Managing Inflammation for Joint Pain
Having a little bit of inflammation from time to time is a good thing. It’s your body’s natural response to injury or infection. But some conditions,...
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Getting the Right Amount of Calcium for Bone and Heart Health
You need calcium for strong bones and a healthy heart. Too little, and you’re at higher risk for osteoporosis and other bone trouble. Too much, and...
Obesity Is Associated with Early Hip Fracture Risk in Postmenopausal Women
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that obese, postmenopausal women have an increased risk of hip fracture earlier in life. The results...
The Risk/Reward of a “Healthy” Diet
Plant-based diets can be healthy. They can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol if done properly. They can also substantially increase the risk of a broken...
Vegan Diets Tied to Higher Bone Fracture Risk
People who follow a vegan diet are at a higher risk for bone fracture. According to a new study published in the journal BMC Medicine, compared...
Study Shows Racket Sports May Worsen Knee Arthritis
For those who suffer from knee arthritis, some forms of exercise may worsen the condition. According to a new study presented at the annual meeting of...
The Great Calcium Challenge
The winter isn’t a great time for your bones. Add that to the fact you may not enjoy or even tolerate dairy, and you could fall...
Older Men Who Experience a Fracture Are Undertreated for Osteoporosis
“There is a need for consistent osteoporosis screening recommendations in men.” This message comes from leading researchers who have found that men are mainly underdiagnosed and...
Sore Neck? Try Walking This Way
When is the last time you thought about how you walked? You’ve been doing it for so long, so naturally, that it seems impossible it could...
Two Exercises You Can Do Today for Stronger Bones
Maintaining livelihood and mobility takes work. Strong, healthy bones play an essential role in keeping you moving. You might not believe it, but you have to...