Why Achieving Peak Bones Mass is Important

Why Achieving Peak Bones Mass is Important

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...
Smoking Hot? Cold comfort for your bones!

Smoking Hot? Cold comfort for your bones!

“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...
Understanding Osteoporosis: risk factors

Understanding Osteoporosis: risk factors

There are quite a number of risk factors that may increase your chances of developing osteoporosis. The key word here is ‘may’. In fact, merely because your profile might reflect one or more of these factors does not mean you’ll get osteoporosis, either in old age or...