Trial finds prunes do not outperform calcium and vitamin D for male bone density
Daily prunes shifted some bone biomarkers in older men, but after 12 months, they did not deliver measurable…
Should You Take Boron? 3 Types of People Who Can Benefit From the Supplement
Medically reviewed by Erika Prouty, PharmD Boron may benefit people with arthritis and hormonal changes.Credit: Phira Phonruewiangphing /…
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GLP-1s Linked to Increased Risk of Bone and Joint Disorders
Stock image of a man with a castCredit: Getty NEED TO KNOW New research has found that GLP-1…
Higher intake of ultra processed foods linked to weaker bones
From flavored yogurts to frozen pizzas, breakfast cereals and instant oats, ultra-processed foods are convenient, often cheaper items…
Heavy coffee drinking may weaken bone density in older women
A decade-long study of postmenopausal women suggests tea may offer modest bone benefits, while very high coffee intake…
Study offers insight into how coffee and tea intake may influence bone health in older women
A new study from Flinders University offers insight into how two of the world’s most popular beverages, coffee…
Scientists uncover genetic components linked to bone density in young people
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) revealed important genetic components that affect bone density in children and…
Fatty acids circulating in the blood predict bone mineral density from childhood to adolescence
A recent study by the University of Eastern Finland is the first to report that the fatty acid…