When we think about health check-ups before 50, heart health, blood sugar, and cholesterol often top the list. Bone health, ...
Having a quick spine check as part of a routine bone scan could uncover hidden fractures that affect millions of people. This ...
If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...
Spine checks will be added to routine bone scans on the NHS to find hidden fractures. The measure could help osteoporosis ...
Low bone density is no longer a disease of the elderly. It is increasingly detected in the young adults, warning of the ...
Most women are unaware that their bones reach their maximum strength by about thirty years of age.
What is bone density? Put simply, it is a metric used to measure the strength of your bones – and a helpful method of assessing the potential risk of osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and ...
A new study published suggests that the connection between coronary artery calcification—a measure of calcium buildup in the ...
In my time as a sports dietitian, I have consistently argued that understanding bone health—and the factors that contribute ...
Experts say it's packed with "bioactive compounds" that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. A decade-long study of postmenopausal women suggests tea may offer modest bone benefits, while very ...