There are a lot of things we can do as individuals to improve our overall health and reduce our risk for age-related diseases such as osteoporosis. Simple lifestyle changes such as losing excess body weight, eating the right foods, or exercising regularly can help alleviate pain or decrease your risk. [...]
Bones are living tissue and, because of this, the body is constantly absorbing and replacing minerals from bones. When the body begins to absorb minerals faster than it can replace them, bone density decreases. This decrease in bone density can lead to osteoporosis, which literally means “porous bone.” Osteoporosis causes bones to [...]
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by low density. It can affect anyone, although women past menopause are at the highest risk of developing it. There are actions you can take today to prevent osteoporosis and strengthen your bones. Here are the basics of osteoporosis prevention. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a skeletal [...]
Osteoporosis is sometimes referred to as brittle bones. It is the loss of bone density, which leaves bones vulnerable to painful breaks and fractures. The best way to avoid pain from osteoporosis is to take preventative steps before developing brittle bones, but there are also lots of ways to live well [...]
Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are two chronic conditions, but that is where most of their similarities end. In combination with the root word “osteo,” meaning “bone,” the other parts of their names give hints as to their different characteristics. So, what are the main differences between osteoporosis vs. osteoarthritis? It comes [...]
It's National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) week. Not all eating disorders develop the same way for everyone, and NEDA is working to educate everyone on the importance of prevention and early intervention. Eating disorders are psychological disorders characterized by eating either too much or too little. Typically affecting women and girls [...]
Osteoporosis, a condition that affects many individuals as they age, occurs when the bones begin to lose density over time. This causes weakness in the bones and, therefore, breaks due to falls can be extremely difficult to heal. This can be devastating for older adults and recovery can be a [...]
On a beautiful Saturday morning in the springtime, they are everywhere. No, not birds, not lady bugs, not even farmer’s markets. Joggers. Runners. People who get up in the morning, strap on their running shoes, and head out for a jog. These same people might run a 10K on Thanksgiving [...]
For years, doctors have been telling patients that calcium is the key to strong bones. They have recommended a healthy, calcium-filled diet and even gone so far as to recommend supplements to fill in any gaps. But what if everything we have been told about calcium and its role in [...]
National Men’s Health Week is an important reminder for men (and those who love them) that screening and prevention is the best way to stay healthy and happy for a long time. Screening recommendations for men change slightly as they age, so it’s important to speak with a healthcare provider [...]
