Increasing your calcium intake, supplementing with vitamin D, and doing resistance training builds bone density.

Once bone density is lost, it cannot typically be rebuilt, but you may be able to prevent further loss. Calcium and vitamin D, along with exercise and managing medications, are important for bone ...

At least 1 in 5 women older than 50 in the U.S. have osteoporosis, but many don’t realize it. Women 65 years and older should have a bone density scan to screen for osteoporosis, updated guidelines ...

In my time as a sports dietitian, I have consistently argued that understanding bone health—and the factors that contribute ...

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As we age, the health of our bones becomes increasingly important. Osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weakened bones, affects millions, leading to fractures and reduced quality of life. Among ...

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