Osteoporosis
Air pollution is bad for bone health according to new research
Exposure to air pollution has a negative impact on bone health, says a study published in JAMA Network Open. Continue reading
Vegetarian diets may increase the risk of fracture – recent evidence review
Vegetarian diets – particularly vegan – are associated with lower bone mineral density values and could heighten the risk of fractures, says an evidence review in Aging Clinical and Experimental Research. Continue reading
Exercise means fewer falls for older people – fact – so take action
The evidence about exercise reducing risk of falls in older people is now so strong that plans need to be made and implemented, says research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Continue reading
Vitamin E – alpha-tocopherol – improves bone mineral density
Stock up on vitamin E rich foods after a study found that alpha-tocopherol (a type of vitamin E) can help maintain bone mineral density. Continue reading
Taking drugs for pain and sleep increases frailty – large new study
Regular use of prescription drugs for pain and/or sleep leads to risk of frailty in older adults says a large study in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society. Continue reading
