Osteoporosis
Eating more fruit and veg makes bones stronger
An increase in plant food consumption – irrespective of whether meat is eaten or not – is associated with improved bone mineralisation markers in healthy people with normal bone mineral density. Continue reading
Vitamin D boosts chances of walking after hip fracture says new research
Older people who have a hip fracture are more likely to walk if they are not deficient in vitamin D, says research in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Continue reading
Powder from nopal cactus does not reduce osteoporosis says small study
The nopal cactus is high in levels of antioxidants and people take it for a variety of health-related reasons. New research in the Journal of Food Medicine suggests that women looking to improve their bone health should look elsewhere, however. Continue reading
Soy protein may improve bone health says new study
Soy protein seems to have positive effects on bone metabolism and body composition, experts highlight in Food & Function.
We know that high cholesterol is associated with heart health and bone loss. And osteoporosis contributes to increased morbidity and mortality and is influenced by diet. Continue reading
Aspirin may reduce risk of fracture
Low-dose aspirin has been used as a blood thinning medicine for many years, helping prevent heart attack and stroke in people at high risk. Its benefits may extend further still as experts reveal that aspirin may preserve bone mineral density and reduce fracture risk. Continue reading
