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These include "Back Pain," "Knee Problems" and "Hip Replacement." Also available is "Bone Health and Osteoporosis: What it means to you." This booklet points out the need to begin thinking about building up our bones at our children's ages, perhaps even the ages of our grandchildren. Write to Dr. R. Knight Steel at Hackensack University Medical Center, 30 Prospect Ave., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. (The Star-Ledger - NJ.com)
Global Study Reveals Differences in Standard of Care for Osteoporosis Across the World May 26, 2008
"One aim of GLOW is to learn from those countries that are having the greatest success at preventing fractures and to recommend best practices that will improve the bone health and lives of millions of patients around the world." To be eligible for this multi-national study, a woman had to be aged 55 years or older and had to have visited a primary care physician for any health reason in the two years prior to the study. Since patient recruitment for GLOW was not linked to osteoporosis, the... (PR Newswire)
Hormone Therapy Safe, Effective for Women Entering Menopause May 20, 2008
To assess the effects of HRT in younger women, more than 40 experts from all over the world reviewed available data on the safety and efficacy of hormone replacement therapy, paying particular attention to four key areas: cardiovascular health, breast issues, cognition and bone health ... Hormone replacement therapy helps maintain bone health ... "A woman who's healthy and has symptoms, [such as hot flashes or vaginal dryness], going into menopause will reap some quality of life benefits from... (Health-Finder)
Global menopause summit concludes HRT is safe for healthy women entering menopause May 20, 2008
HRT is effective in maintaining bone health in 50 to 59-year-old postmenopausal women. Cognition. (EurekAlert!)
Vitamin D may curb breast cancer May 18, 2008
5% had "insufficient" levels of the vitamin, which is considered key to bone health. But investigators stopped short of recommending taking vitamin D supplements to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer or dying from it, saying more research needs to be done. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Vitamin D deficiency linked to breast cancer in new study May 16, 2008
5 percent had "insufficient" levels of the vitamin, which is considered key to bone health ... Considered key to bone health, it is naturally present in very few foods, fish, beef liver and egg yolks among them. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Low Levels of Vitamin D Spell Trouble for Breast Cancer Patients May 16, 2008
"It's premature to tell all women diagnosed with breast cancer that they should take vitamin D supplements over and above what's recommended for bone health," said study author Dr. Pamela Goodwin, a medical oncologist with Mount Sinai Hospital and a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto ... The optimal levels of vitamin D associated with breast cancer risk in this study do overlap with optimal levels for bone health, Goodwin added. (Health-Finder)
Let the sunshine in to build vitamin D May 13, 2008
Vitamin D is crucial for bone health because it allows our bodies to absorb calcium. The sun has been demonized and so we cover bodies from head to toe with sunblock, which blocks harmful UV rays but also blocks the ability to make adequate vitamin D.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Vitamin D Linked To Reduced Mortality Rate In Chronic Kidney Disease May 9, 2008
"Recently, there has been an increased focus on the effects of vitamin D beyond those on bone health," Dr. Kestenbaum comments. "Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and inflammation." Previous studies have suggested that treatment with intravenous vitamin D can improve survival in patients on hemodialysis. (Science Daily)
Soccer's a Winner for Building Bone Health in Girls May 9, 2008
"It's those years of adolescence, and early teens to late 20s, that are most important" for bone building," said James W. Bellew, an associate professor of physical therapy at Louisiana State University Health Science Center-Shreveport. Bellew and his colleagues compared the effects of soccer, weight-lifting and swimming on the bone mineral density of teen and pre-teen girls, ages 10 to 17. The groups included 29 swimmers, 16 soccer players and 19 weightlifters. Soccer players had the best bone... (MEDLINEplus)
Vitamin D Helps Kidney Patients Live Longer May 9, 2008
Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and is important for bone health, but several recent studies suggest that this vitamin may have other benefits, such as protecting against heart disease ... "Recently, there has been an increased focus on the effects of vitamin D beyond those on bone health," Kestenbaum, whose study appears in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, said in a statement. (MEDLINEplus)
Secret to long life 'not in genes' May 8, 2008
Scientists looked at the bone health of one of the oldest people in the world, who died recently at the age of 114. They found that there were no genetic modifications that could have contributed to his longevity. (Irish Health)
Mothers Less Likely To Pursue HPV Vaccination For Youngest Daughters May 6, 2008
9, 2005) Parents concerned about a young daughter's bone health should make milk part of their child's mealtime routine, according to a study by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in. (May 6, 2004) Most mothers hope to pass down to their daughters things such as musical ability, intelligence or family heirlooms anything but medical problems. (Science Daily)
The Secret To Long Life May Not Be In The Genes May 6, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 6, 2008) A research on the bone health of one of the oldest persons in the world, who recently died at the age of 114, reveals that there were no genetic modifications which could have contributed to this longevity. The research team, directed by Universitat Aut;noma de Barcelona professor Adolfo D;ez P;rez, pointed out a healthy lifestyle, a Mediterranean diet, a temperate climate and regular physical activity as the reasons for his excellent health. (Science Daily)
Nutritional advice for athletic women May 6, 2008
The consequence can be disrupted fertility and poor bone health. If a woman misses her period for 6 months or longer, there is a negative effect on the skeleton that may not be completely recoverable. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
5 Nutrition Musts for Pregnant and Would-be Moms May 5, 2008
Calcium - Growing babies require calcium to develop healthy bones and teeth, and if they don't get enough from Mom's diet, her body will leach it from her own bones, possibly impacting her own bone health later in life. Before, during and after pregnancy, mothers should consume 1,000 mg per day - about four servings of calcium-rich foods. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Suspected Carcinogenic Chemicals Used To Make Teflon, Scotchgard, Found In Human Milk May 2, 2008
9, 2005) Parents concerned about a young daughter's bone health should make milk part of their child's mealtime routine, according to a study by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Cola May Be Bad to the Bones May 2, 2008
SATURDAY, April 26 (HealthDay News) -- While enjoying a cola or two every day might seem harmless enough, recent research suggests that those tasty drinks could be compromising your bone health ... And, she added, make sure you're getting enough calcium and vitamin D to protect your bone health. (MEDLINEplus)
New Worries over Blockbuster Meds Avandia, Fosamax May 2, 2008
Women who are postmenopausal and therefore at risk for fractures may want to be more careful, or take other measures to protect their bone health, they said. "I think the benefit is more than the risk at this point. The benefit is huge in terms of glycemic control," said Dr. Spyros G.E. Mezitis, endocrinology consultant and clinical investigator at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. (MEDLINEplus)
Try this Rx for stronger bones Apr 22, 2008 Vitamin D in brain function Apr 21, 2008 The DNA of antioxidants Apr 19, 2008 Vitamin D found to guard against artery disease Apr 18, 2008 Miller talks trade in Chinese city Apr 16, 2008 Alliant lobbies Ottawa Apr 16, 2008 Mammograms entering the digital era at UIHC Apr 15, 2008 Landmark Study Aims to Improve Osteoporosis Care Standards Worldwide Apr 10, 2008 Five Foods You Should Eat Every Day Apr 9, 2008 Low Vitamin D Levels Seen in Female Gymnasts Apr 1, 2008 St. Rose Hospital opens new women's imaging center Mar 27, 2008 Vitamin D Lowers Diabetes Risk Mar 19, 2008 Cannabis bone fear Mar 18, 2008 Avoid sticker shock on prescription drugs Mar 17, 2008 Health/Science Calendar Mar 10, 2008 Your Health: Vitamin D supplementation linked to better health and longer life Mar 7, 2008 Scientists uncover further steps leading to celiac disease Mar 3, 2008 Men need bone tests as well as women Feb 26, 2008 Supreme Court Shields Medical Device Manufacturers from Consumer ... Feb 25, 2008 Nutrition Wise: Fiber and Weight Loss, Salad Dressing, Calcium Needs Feb 25, 2008 Vitamin D: An oldie vies for nutrient of the decade Feb 21, 2008 * Festival-goers urged to recycle lantern batteries Feb 20, 2008 Fatty Acids Beneficial In Treatment For Dry Eye Syndrome Feb 16, 2008 The vital sandwich| Feb 13, 2008 Bone mineral content continues to increase in obese adolescents during weight loss Feb 2, 2008 Vitamin D Deficiency Study Raises New Questions About Disease And Supplements Jan 28, 2008 Strict Dieting May Harm Young Runners' Bone Health Jan 26, 2008 Weight loss means changes of lifestyle Jan 25, 2008 Free health screening Jan 25, 2008 Calcium: Heart Risk For Older Women? Jan 17, 2008 Genetically Modified Carrots Provide Easy To Absorb Calcium Jan 17, 2008 Calcium Supplements Could Raise Heart Risks in Postmenopausal Women Jan 17, 2008 Calcium Supplements May Increase Heart Risk Jan 16, 2008 Soy linked to less belly fat in postmenopausal women Jan 15, 2008 Phase III Data Published for Once Monthly Dose of Risedronate to Treat Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Jan 14, 2008 'Healthy' snacks no substitute for the real thing Jan 12, 2008 Lipitor Doesn't Improve Bone Health After Menopause Jan 10, 2008 A healthy jump start Jan 9, 2008 Low vitamin D heart health risk Jan 8, 2008 Vitamin D insufficiency linked to heart disease Jan 8, 2008 Tests That Could Save Women's Lives Jan 3, 2008 Children need hour's daily exercise, parents told Dec 27, 2007 Rich Chinese Help Foreign Drug Sales Rise With Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Dec 25, 2007 Kick start the new year with a six-month weight loss plan Dec 25, 2007 Daily Calcium Quota May Be Too High Dec 25, 2007 Asthma Drugs Not Linked to Fracture Risk Dec 18, 2007 What's new Walk fast, live longer, study finds Dec 11, 2007 Sunshine deficiency leads to vitamin D crisis Dec 9, 2007 Protein diet better for mens waistline Dec 6, 2007 Diabetes drug link to weak bones Dec 3, 2007 Diabetes Drug Avandia Could Weaken Bones Dec 3, 2007 Diabetes drug Avandia raises bone loss Dec 3, 2007 Rickets, Soft Bones on the Rise in U.S. Kids, Study... Nov 28, 2007 Poor Bone Health Linked to Obesity, Study Suggests Nov 28, 2007 Bone Disease In Kids On The Rise Nov 28, 2007 Bad habits hurt kids' bones Nov 27, 2007 New Microscope Peers Into Secret Lives Of Cells Nov 27, 2007 Little Lifestyle Changes Keep Boomers Vibrant Nov 19, 2007 Alcohol Abuse May Lead To Bladder Rupture Nov 13, 2007 Milk may provide aging benefits Nov 11, 2007 Vitamin D May Affect Aging Nov 10, 2007 Exploding Bladders? Binge-Drinking Women Beware Nov 10, 2007 Weight Loss During Menopause Linked to Bone Loss Nov 6, 2007 Study: Vitamin D May Not Lower Risk of Cancer Deaths Nov 1, 2007 Cancer Risk Not Much Lower With Vitamin D Nov 1, 2007
However, Siris and other bone health experts are hopeful that a new method for assessing fracture risk will give clinicians and their patients the information they need to do a much better job of preventing fractures in the future ... D3 is a form of vitamin D that best supports bone health ... Talk with your health care provider about bone health, especially if you are older than 50. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Vitamin D May Protect Against Peripheral Artery Disease Apr 21, 2008
Adequate vitamin D levels are necessary for bone health, but scientists are only beginning to explore vitamin D's connection to cardiovascular disease. "We know that in mice, vitamin D regulates one of the hormone systems that affects blood pressure," said Dr. Michal Melamed, lead author of the study and assistant professor in the departments of Medicine and Epidemiology & Population Health at Einstein. (Science Daily)
Only recently the scientific community has become aware of a much broader role for vitamin D. For example, we now know that, in addition to its role in maintaining bone health, vitamin D is involved in differentiation of tissues during development and in proper functioning of the immune system. In fact, over 900 different genes are now known to be able to bind the vitamin D receptor, through which vitamin D mediates its effects. (EurekAlert!)
"Most people know that calcium is good for bone health, for example, but they don't know specifically what antioxidants do or how these chemicals benefit human health," says Milton Stokes, R.D. a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. (CNN -- Health)
Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and is considered important for bone health. In adults, vitamin D deficiency can lead to osteoporosis, and it can lead to rickets in children. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Wednesday, April 16, 2008. BILL SCHILLER/TORONTO STAR Toronto Mayor David Miller stands at the Great Wall of China at Badoling. (Toronto Star)
Today we kick off a new video series aimed at improving bone health, strength and stability in the Star and online at the Star 's new health. TheStar. (Toronto Star)
But Kristi Thomson, a manager at St. Luke's Breast and Bone Health in Cedar Rapids, said community members and physicians were happy to ditch more archaic imaging methods. "With X-rays, you took an image, and that was it," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Since patient recruitment for GLOW is not linked to osteoporosis diagnosis and does not alter physician practice, the study provides a good representation of "typical" older women and the bone health care they receive in the real world ... "Hopefully, armed with that knowledge we will be able to recommend best practices and improve the management of osteoporosis worldwide." GLOW is being conducted by The Center for Outcomes Research (COR), University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS), with... (PR Newswire)
This source of vitamin D is a crucial factor in maintaining good bone health. Not a big fan of drinking milk. (Fox News)
"Achieving optimum bone health is an important factor in all adolescents," Dr. Greg Lovell told Reuters Health ... Blood tests showed only 3 of the girls had vitamin D concentrations at the minimal levels recommended for optimal bone health. (MEDLINEplus)
The hospital's new center will also have bone densitometry services, to test for osteoporosis and other bone health problems, and digital mammography. "We are hoping to see 25 to 50 women a day for mammography," Faer said. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Beyond better bone health, stronger muscles and fewer fractures in adults, research also suggests vitamin D can reduce the risk of various cancers. A study of 1,179 postmenopausal women published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition last year found that women who took calcium and 1,100 I.U. of vitamin D daily had 80% fewer cancers than women who took a placebo or calcium alone. (Time.com)
Prof Stuart Ralston, of Edinburgh University, said: "Virtually nothing is known about cannabis's effects on bone health.". The team has already found cannabinoids can thin bones as well as promote skeletal formation. (Mirror.co.uk)
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Bone health The Newton-Wellesley Hospital's Women's Imaging Center will provide free bone density screening, followed by a lecture about osteoporosis. Screenings begin at 4 p.m., lecture at 5 p.m., In the hospital's Shipley Auditorium, 2014 Washington St., Newton. (Boston Globe)
While much remains to be learned about the role of vitamin D in aging, cancer and autoimmune diseases, scientists have long known that the nutrient is critical to bone health. In the absence of vitamin D, only about 10 to 15 percent of dietary calcium can be absorbed by the body. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
If undetected it can lead to a number of often severe problems among them anaemia, poor bone health, fatigue and weight loss. Currently only a restricted diet can diminish symptoms. (EurekAlert!)
Both geography and ancestry matter for bone health. Consider differences such as diet, exercise and exposure to Vitamin D-making sunlight, and odds of a break differ dramatically from China and Japan, to France and Spain, and on to the highest-risk U.S. and Sweden. (MSNBC -- Health)
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Although experts caution that diets low in calcium can affect bone health and may increase risk of colon cancer, diets high in calcium have been shown to promote prostate cancer. Men should be especially mindful of excess calcium for this reason and limit intake to 1200 to 1500 mg a day. (Kansas City infoZine)
"In contrast," the experts continued, "trials using 700 to 800 IU found less fracture incidence, with and without supplemental calcium. This change may result from both improved bone health and reduction in falls due to greater muscle strength.". A Swiss study of women in their 80s found greater leg strength and half as many falls among those who took 800 IU of vitamin D a day for three months along with 1,200 milligrams of calcium, compared with women who took just calcium. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
In addition, cadmium blocks the absorption of calcium, an essential nutrient needed for bone health, he said, adding that too much cadmium in one's system can cause bones to curve. The Lantern Festival, which falls on Jan. 15 of the lunar calendar, came about more than 2,000 years ago, although its origin is debated. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
20, 2007) Plant-based omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) may have a protective effect on bone health, according to a team of Penn State researchers who carried out the first controlled diet study of. (Mar. (Science Daily)
They contain a wealth of vitamins, minerals and protein, and as a source of vitamin D, they are necessary for bone health, making them the perfect food for kids. The following recipe makes four portions. (iAfrica.com)
The finding was reassuring, because adolescence is a critical period for bone health in later life ... The growing pediatric obesity epidemic raises important clinical and public health questions about the effects on lifelong bone health of early onset obesity and its treatment, said Nicolas Stettler, M.D., M.S.C.E., pediatric nutrition specialist at The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and lead author of this study ... As obesity treatment during adolescence becomes more frequent, it is... (EurekAlert!)
D., professor at Australia s Murdoch University School of Biological Medicine and Biotechnology, explains how increased vitamin D intake affects much more than just nutrition or bone health. The paper explains how the Vitamin D Nuclear Receptor (VDR) acts in the repression or transcription of hundreds of genes, including genes associated with diseases ranging from cancers to multiple sclerosis. (Science Daily)
Thursday, January 24, 2008. NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Teenage girls who stringently restrict their energy intake while involved in endurance sports may end up with low bone density, researchers report. (MEDLINEplus)
Exercise drops the risk of cardiovascular disease and improves bone health, in addition to helping keep stress levels low, she said. Plus, it keeps people lean. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
The following lab tests will be conducted: Blood pressure (hypertension); glucose (diabetes); hemoglobin (anemia); lipid panel (cholesterol, HDL/LDL, triglycerides); serum ceatinine/eGFR (kidney function); urine dipstick (blood, white blood cells, and microalbumin); calcium, phosphorous, and PTH (bone health for eGFR below 60). Tests are valued at 250. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Calcium supplements are typically prescribed to women after menopause to preserve bone health, and some studies suggest it might also protect heart health by improving the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol. The New Zealand researchers initially conducted the study to look at the effect of calcium on bone health, says Reid, who has received research support from calcium supplement manufacturers. (CBS News)
Morris, who worked on the study while earning a doctorate at Texas A&M University, said fruits and vegetables play a role in good bone health for other reasons. "We believe that if this technology is applied to a large number of different fruits and vegetables, that would have an even greater impact on preventing osteoporosis," he said. (Science Daily)
In a statement, Pamela Mason, a nutritionist and spokeswoman for the Health Supplements Information Service, which is funded by several pharmaceutical companies, said, "Calcium is an essential mineral, vital for bone health and nerve and muscle function. The results of this study certainly do not suggest that people should lower their calcium intakes below the RDA (Recommended Daily Amount). Indeed, because of the importance of calcium, it remains imperative for people to achieve the RDA.".... (MEDLINEplus)
Calcium supplementation is commonly prescribed to postmenopausal women to maintain bone health, and some data suggest that it might protect against vascular disease by lowering levels of bad cholesterol in the blood. But evidence for this theory is lacking, so researchers at the University of Auckland investigated the effect of calcium supplementation on heart attack (myocardial infarction), stroke, and sudden death. (Newsmax)
Breaking News on Supplements tion - Europe. News Headlines Research. (NutraIngredients.com)
The trial was sponsored by The Alliance for Better Bone Health. About The Alliance for Better Bone Health The Alliance for Better Bone Health was formed in May 1997 to promote bone health and disease awareness through numerous activities to support physicians and patients around the globe. (PR Newswire)
It also has a juice in an effort to aid bone health in a something-for-everyone approach, said company spokesman Ray Crockett. Kraft Foods has gone as far as to label its functional foods with a "Sensible Solutions" flag to help consumers quickly identify more than 500 products that provide nutrients or are low in calories, fat, sugar or salt. (FOX59, IN)
Tuesday, January 8, 2008. NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - When administered at doses that lower lipid levels, atorvastatin, sold in the U.S. under the trade name Lipitor, appears to have no effect on bone mineral density or bone metabolism in postmenopausal women, according to researchers. (MEDLINEplus)
There's impetus for "Powerful Girls" in the 2004 Surgeon General's Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis, which concluded that 10 million Americans over the age of 50 have osteoporosis and another 34 million are at risk ... Calculations for the bone health of tweens and teenagers aren't much better, but there's plenty of time to turn them around ... While the National Bone Health Campaign is targeting 9- to 12-year-olds, the advice offered above is good for all ages. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Only 10% had levels above 30 ng/ml - considered ideal for bone health. The researchers say that because receptors for vitamin D are found in heart muscle and blood vessel lining, low levels could be a contributing factor in heart disease. (BBC News -- Health)
Although it is well known that vitamin D is needed for good bone health, a study released yesterday found that not having enough of the sunshine vitamin is also linked to a higher risk of heart disease. The research, based on a group of white Americans living near Boston, found that those with low levels of vitamin D in their blood were 62 per cent more likely to develop heart failure, strokes and other circulatory problems than those with more of the nutrient. (Globe and Mail)
Women should also care for their bone health throughout their lives, with exercise and with diets rich i 00004000 n calcium. But the real time to start formal screening for bone fragility is after menopause. (CBS News -- Early Show)
"Primarolo said the latest advice was that children need an hour's "moderate" exercise every day. "At least twice a week this should include activities to improve bone health, muscle strength and flexibility," she said."The long-term ambition is that by 2010 all children will be able to spend four hours each week on sport. This will be made up of at least two hours of high-quality PE and sport at school and two to three hours of sport beyond the school day. (Guardian Unlimited)
Competing on drugstore shelves with Wyeth's Caltrate for bone health is Tongjitang Chinese Medicines Co.'s plant-based Xianling Gubao tablets. Pfizer's cholesterol pill Lipitor has a rival in Shenghuo Pharmaceutical Holdings Inc.'s medicines made from the Sanchi plant. (Bloomberg)
Focus on nutrients for bone health, especially calcium and vitamin D. Review your diet analysis for these two important nutrients and visit the Web site of the National Osteoporosis Foundation at to learn more about bone health. Exercise also strengthens bones, so keep up your activity. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
They suggest that other dietary deficiencies, involving phosphate and vitamin D, appear to affect calcium absorption and, in turn, influence bone health. Earlier studies documented that calcium supplements (citrate and carbonate) may reduce the phosphate absorption needed to build calcium into bone, Bischoff-Ferrari said. (MEDLINEplus)
"Focus needs to be maintained on the bone health of patients with lung disease," Vestergaard advised. SOURCE: Chest, November 2007. (MEDLINEplus)
Obesity in children may cause poor bone health. In a study of young adult females, researchers at the University of Georgia used three-dimensional bone scans that take into account bone shape and geometry and their effect on bone strength. (Indianapolis Star)
But he said there was emerging evidence the optimal level to maintain bone health should be 40 per cent higher than national guidelines. "That would mean 60 to 70 per cent of the population have deficient or insufficient levels of vitamin D," Professor Diamond, of St George Hospital, said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
The results also show that a range of indicators of bowel, kidney and bone health showed no difference between the high protein diet and the high carbohydrate diet. . (Gold Coast News)
He said: "These findings are interesting. We already know that bone fractures are more common in people with diabetes taking rosiglitazones. "This research could help us to understand better the effect the drug may have on bone health. "However, a lot more research is needed before we can conclusively link rosiglitazones to increased risk of various bone conditions in humans.". (BBC News)
Proper bone health is maintained by a balance between osteoclasts and osteoblasts, the cells that build bone up. If either side is out of whack, so to speak, bones become thinner, more fragile and prone to fracture. (U.S. News & World Report)
Proper bone health is maintained by a balance between osteoclasts and osteoblasts, the cells that build bone up. "The drug weakens both sides of the balance mechanism, leading to an increased risk for osteoporosis," explained study senior author Ron Evans, a professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in La Jolla, Calif. (Xinhuanet, China)
"This potentially is a time-bomb," says Dr. Laura Tosi, bone health chief at Children's National Medical Center in Washington. Now scientists are taking the first steps to track kids' bone quality and learn just how big a problem the anti-bone trio is causing, thanks to new research that finally shows just what "normal" bone density is for children of different ages. (Fox News)
Now, a University of Georgia study published in the November issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that obesity may also be bad for bone health ... Previous studies on bone health and obesity used a two-dimensional bone densitometer that is commonly used in osteoporosis screenings ... Overweight people tend to have more muscle surrounding their bones than their leaner counterparts, leading most researchers to assume that being overweight is good for bone health. (Science Daily)
That's the latest from a national study on bone health. Experts say soft bones and more breaks are adding to the worry that today's kids will get osteoporosis before their grandparents do. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
"This potentially is a time-bomb," says Dr. Laura Tosi, bone health chief at Children's National Medical Center in Washington. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Currently, Czymmek and his staff--associate scientist Liz Adams and research associates Deborah Powell and Shannon Modla--are assisting UD researchers with a broad range of scientific projects on plants and fungi, vocal cords, bone health, biofilms, DNA repair, and gel-like synthetic polymers, among others. An average of 175 users per year have been served at the center since it opened in 2001, according to Czymmek. (Science Daily)
For bone health, do moderate weight-bearing exercises, such as regular walking, to strengthen bones. Add in resistance or weight training, adequate calcium and vitamin D and medications that could include estrogen or testosterone if recommended by your doctor. (Newsmax)
In 2002 researchers at the Alcohol Research Program at Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University found that chronic alcohol consumption may disrupt female reproductive function and bone health. 2007 - eNews 2. (Enews 2.0)
Recent study has suggested that beyond its well-established role in bone health, vitamin D also may help reduce the risk of certain cancers and autoimmune diseases, such as type 1diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Milk is a primary source of calcium and vitamin D in the diet. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Recent research suggests that beyond its well-established role in bone health, vitamin D also may help reduce the risk of certain cancers and autoimmune diseases, such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Milk is a primary source of calcium and vitamin D in the American diet. (Newsmax)
In 2002 researchers at the Alcohol Research Program at Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University found that chronic alcohol consumption may disrupt female reproductive function and bone health. How Binge Drinking Breaks Down a Bladder. (ABC News)
However, she suggests women instituting a weight loss program should be aware of the potential negative consequences on their bone health. SOURCE: The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, October 2007. (MEDLINEplus)
Send news tip to FOXNews. Wednesday, October 31, 2007. (Fox News)
Vitamin D As Cancer Fighter. Maybe Not - Health News Story - KPRC Houston. (Click2Houston, TX)
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