Vitamin D deficiency is a serious public health issue that affects millions of people. A recent report from the Indian Council of Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) reveals that one ...

Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to a slower healing process in children with broken bones, according to research to be presented at a conference this weekend. "Children need to be given ...

Vitamin D supplements don’t prevent bone fractures in children, according to a recent analysis. Vitamin D is naturally present in some fatty meats and fish oil and is produced when sunlight shines on ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am considering a new supplement to help my bones. My recent DEXA scan shows osteopenia with a T-score of 1.1 in my lumbar spine. My hips have a T-score of -1.5, and my FRAX 10-year ...

That unmistakable sound of bone giving way under pressure sends immediate dread through anyone who hears it. Broken bones account for millions of medical visits annually in the United States alone, ...

Share on Pinterest A new draft recommendation from the U.S. Task Force says taking vitamin D supplements with or without calcium does not prevent falls or fractures in older adults. kali9/Getty Images ...

Tiny implantable sensors are helping to heal broken bones quicker. The devices allow data-enabled resistance training to ...

The most abundant protein in the body, collagen is made up of the following amino acids: proline, hydroxyproline and glycine. It provides structure to bones, tendons, ligaments and skin and is ...