Articles for topic: Osteoporosis
Worried About Osteoporosis? Avoid A High Protein Diet
A link has been made between a diet high in animal protein and a loss in bone density in older women.
Putting the Spotlight on Spinal Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis has been dubbed ‘the silent killer’ because so few signs are visible. A report issued by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) calls for more attention to be paid to recognise the signs of such fractures by doctors.
Osteoporosis Drugs May Increase Fractures
New research agrees with earlier FDA warnings about potential side-effects from bisphosphonate based osteoporosis drugs.
Menopause, Mood and Bones
The same two-pronged approach can help both moods and maintaining and building strong, healthy bones.
Breast Cancer & Your Bones
One of the delights of my job is hearing from experts in the field of bioidentical hormones. Dame Dr Shirley is one of the most experienced practitioners worldwide and comments on a new report in The Times.
Solution From The Sea for Deteriorating Bones
There are a number of suggestions for helping bones to heal including bioidentical natural hormones, herbs and supplements, but this one from scientists at the University of Florida could be the strangest yet.
Help with Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
At menopause bone density can drop rapidly. We take a look at these two conditions associated with bone loss, how they differ and what you can do to guard against them.
Could Just 3 Cups Of Tea A Day Reduce Your Osteoporosis Risk?
A nice cup of tea can help with all kinds of things, but could it actually help you with the bone loss that has no visible symptoms?
Osteoporosis Poses Greater Risk of Developing Heart Disease
Osteoporosis can be deadly, it is not known as the ‘silent killer’ for nothing, and at menopause as hormone levels change the bone building benefits of progesterone can be lost. Heart disease is also a major health threat at menopause and they have more in common than you would think.
Increased Osteoporosis Risk From Belly Fat
Most women naturally put on a few pounds at menopause, but new research says its highly important just where it lands or you could be increasing your risk for osteoporosis.
