WEIGHTED VESTS – ARE THEY GOOD FOR BONE HEALTH?
There is little to no evidence confirming that wearing a weighted vest during your everyday activities or during walking will increase your bone mineral density.
Growing up strong: Why milk and dairy matter for teenagers
Between 10 and 19 years, our children are still undergoing remarkable physical changes. In fact, adolescence is when up to half of their adult bone mass is formed, which makes this life-stage the once-in-a-lifetime chance to build the foundation for strong, healthy bones that will carry them for the rest of their lives.
The Bone Community: finding your support tribe for bone health
Bone health is a lifelong commitment, yet many people only begin to understand its importance after experiencing a diagnosis such as osteoporosis, osteopenia, or a fracture due to brittle bones. With a growing number of individuals affected by bone-related conditions...
Sleep and Bone Regeneration: unlocking the secrets of restorative rest
Sleep is often undervalued in the hustle of modern life, seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. Yet, the silent hours of slumber are teeming with biological activity, including the repair and regeneration of tissues. An often overlooked aspect of good sleep is the...
Successful IOF Patient National Societies Day In Rome
It was a pleasure connecting with our member societies at the Congress Centre La Nuvola in Rome, Italy, for the IOF Patient National Societies Day, a special all-day capacity-building and networking event for IOF member organisations, held on April 12, 2025.
