Category Archives: Bone Health

Soft drinks have come under fire in the past decade, and for a good reason. A huge source of sugar and a significant contributor to the obesity and diabetes epidemic, sodas don’t have much good to offer. And a new study is adding to that list. Highly palatable, cheap, and easily accessible, soft drinks are ...click here to read more

Vitamin D, calcium, and magnesium—that’s the trifecta when it comes to bone health. These three highly recognized nutrients are essential to maintaining strong, healthy bones and limiting the chances of breaks or fractures. They all work together to remake lost bone—bone is constantly being broke down and replaced—to keep bone dense. But they might not ...click here to read more

Plantar fasciitis is no good. The sharp, stabbing, burning pain that can attack your heel on a moment’s notice makes sitting on the sofa a way better option than almost anything else. And when you can’t walk, you know all the bad things that can happen. But instead of going over all of the health ...click here to read more

If you suffer from joint pain or an autoimmune condition that locks your joints, the idea of exercise can be less than appealing. In fact, the suggestion that you should start exercising might make your eyes roll. If you’re already in pain, how the heck are you supposed to start moving around? But even though ...click here to read more

New research shows that female veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have a higher risk of heart disease compared to female veterans without PTSD. These findings are part of preliminary research that was presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia. The study outlines how females with PTSD have a higher risk of ...click here to read more

Can you throw your hands up in the air and wave them like you don’t care? Or do you have tight, sore shoulders? Your shoulders might not seem like much, but they are the body’s most complicated joint. In addition to being very high-use, shoulders have a lot of connective tissue and moving parts, making ...click here to read more

I’m sure you heard all about it a few years ago: sugar taxes and bans were the talk of the country. A new study is showing just how well it worked. It appears that when people don’t have easy access to sugary drinks like sodas, fruit punch, and energy drinks, they don’t miss them—and it ...click here to read more

Women who are postmenopausal should engage in daily physical activity to lower their risk of fracture, according to a new study. Research from the University of Buffalo has shown that physical activity, including lighter intensity such as walking, is associated with reduced risk of hip and total fracture in postmenopausal women. A report published in ...click here to read more

Could you use the weekly weather forecast to manage pain? A new study suggests you can. Researchers at the University of Manchester in the UK found that pain was enhanced on humid, windy, or cold days. All of the participants suffered from some sort of chronic pain condition. The revelation may prove to be a ...click here to read more

On October 21, former President Jimmy Carter fell at his home, resulting in a slight pelvic fracture. Carter, 95, is the oldest living president and is reportedly recovering well in hospital. Falls can affect anybody, but older Americans are at increased risk. For example, reports are that Carter has fallen twice this month. And although ...click here to read more

For those of you who like to get down and dirty in the tub, this one is for you. New research is indicating that mud or salt baths may help reduce joint pain, improve mobility, and quality of life among people over age 60. The results provide another option to support your current efforts to ...click here to read more

Older adults who have osteoarthritis are more likely to suffer from a condition that health professionals call “social isolation.” These people who have arthritis often also have health issues, which can also increase their risk of being socially isolated. Other health issues that are often experienced alongside arthritis may include depression, anxiety, being afraid to ...click here to read more

If you’ve got a stiff neck, back pain, or sore knees, what do you do, sit down? Then what happens? Do you find it’s harder to move around and do the things you used to, or even simple daily tasks like getting out bed or walk to the kitchen? If you do, you may need ...click here to read more

Bone health doesn’t get the respect it deserves. While plenty of attention is paid to skin, hair, heart, and weight, the bones can get lost in the fray. But if you’re a post-menopausal woman, or will be, the state of your bones can have a significant influence on overall health. According to the National Osteoporosis ...click here to read more