Apr 29, 2024 | Awareness, General, Prevention
When we exercise for health and looks, we’re probably not thinking about our bones. But the earlier you start exercises or healthy eating, the more you are protecting your bones in the future. After all, your bones are the structural foundation of your body, providing...
Aug 23, 2022 | Press Releases, Living with Osteoporosis, Prevention
Vitamin D supplements are widely recommended for bone health in the general population, but data on whether they prevent fractures have been inconsistent. METHODS In an ancillary study of the Vitamin D and Omega-3 Trial (VITAL), we tested whether supplemental vitamin...
Aug 18, 2022 | Awareness, Living with Osteoporosis, Prevention, Uncategorised
The difficulties and lifestyle costs after breaking bones, especially for the elderly as a result of thinning bones, is not inconsiderable or insignificant. Hip or joint fractures can place heavy and unexpected financial burdens on people who may already be strapped...
Jan 20, 2022 | Prevention
They say a little knowledge is a dangerous thing – and this must particularly apply when it comes to your health – and even more so when it comes to understanding your bones. When we are young osteoporosis seems far away – and essentially it could be, provided we...
Oct 13, 2021 | Prevention
Peak Bone Mass means our bones have reached their maximum size and strength. This is usually achieved by the age of 25-30 years and it is the greatest amount of bone any individual will attain in their lifetime. Achieving strong bone mass and strength at the end of...
Jul 18, 2019 | Awareness, Prevention
“Giving up smoking is the easiest thing in the world. I know because I’ve done it thousands of times.” ~ Mark Twain Probably the last thing smokers are thinking about at any given moment is their bones. They may consider their lungs, their skin, the yellow...
