Bone HealthFeb 20, 2026
Why Midlife Women Should Get a Bone Density Scan—Before It's Too Late
One in two women will suffer a fracture from weak bones. A simple £200 scan can catch bone loss early. Here's what experts say about prevention.
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Bone HealthFeb 16, 2026
The Fermented Drink That's Quietly Rebuilding Bone Density—Here's What Science Shows
Kefir's probiotics, calcium, and vitamin K2 work together to strengthen bones and lower osteoporosis risk—here's how to use it.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
Beyond Supplements: Why Your Gut Health Might Be the Missing Link to Stronger Bones
A new comprehensive bone health program reveals how inflammation and poor digestion—not just calcium intake—may be sabotaging your bone density.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
One-Size-Fits-All Bone Supplements Don't Work—Here's What Actually Does
New research shows calcium and vitamin D help specific groups, but most people don't need routine supplements. Here's who should take them.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
A Smarter Way to Catch Bone Loss in People With Overactive Parathyroid Glands
Researchers validate a new CT-based bone density tool that spots osteoporosis in primary hyperparathyroidism patients with 100% sensitivity—no special equipment needed.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
Scientists Discover the Molecular 'On Switch' That Makes Exercise Strengthen Your Bones
Researchers identified a protein called Piezo1 that acts as your body's exercise sensor for bones—and future drugs might mimic its effects for people who can't exercise.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
Why Your Forearm Bone Density Might Be Hiding a Parathyroid Problem
New research reveals that low bone density in the forearm could signal primary hyperparathyroidism in postmenopausal women—a condition often missed during routine osteoporosis screening.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
A Simple Blood Test Could Reveal Your Hidden Bone Fracture Risk—Here's What Scientists Found
Researchers discovered that a basic blood ratio combining uric acid and cholesterol levels may predict bone density loss, offering a new screening tool for osteoporosis risk.
Bone HealthFeb 13, 2026
Blood Metabolites Reveal a Hidden Link Between Muscle Loss and Hip Fractures in Older Adults
New research identifies six blood markers that signal bone loss in the hip—and they're connected to muscle weakness, not just calcium levels.
Bone HealthFeb 11, 2026
The 3.6x Body Weight Exercise That Rebuilds Bone Density—Without the Injury Risk
Heel drops deliver powerful bone-building stimulus with 3.6 times your body weight in force. Here's how to do them safely.
Bone HealthFeb 9, 2026
The Hidden Cost of Seizure Medications: Why Your Bones May Be Breaking Down
Long-term antiseizure drugs can quietly sabotage bone health by blocking calcium absorption—and standard tests might miss the problem.
Bone HealthFeb 5, 2026
Lupus Patients Are Missing Critical Bone Protection—And Most Don't Even Know It
New research reveals 75% of lupus patients aren't getting enough calcium, putting them at serious risk for fractures—even those on bone-damaging medications.
Bone HealthFeb 4, 2026
Scientists Discover a Hormone That Could Stop Bone Loss—Even During Menopause
New research reveals a brain hormone called CCN3 that maintains bone strength even when estrogen drops, offering hope for osteoporosis treatment.
Bone HealthFeb 2, 2026
A New Protein Could Hold the Key to Preventing Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women
Scientists discover that higher levels of Nell-1 protein are linked to stronger bones and better bone density in postmenopausal women.
Bone HealthFeb 2, 2026
Why People With Type 1 Diabetes Need More Vitamin D Than Everyone Else
New research reveals type 1 diabetes patients face 2.4-7x higher hip fracture risk—and standard vitamin D doses may not be enough.
Bone HealthFeb 1, 2026
Diabetes Quietly Weakens Your Bones—Here's What You Need to Know
New research reveals that people with type 2 diabetes face dramatically higher rates of bone loss, especially those with kidney complications. Here's why it matters and what to do about it.
Bone HealthJan 30, 2026
Scientists Are Creating a Bone-Healing Cement That Could Transform Osteoporosis Treatment
Indonesian researchers have developed an injectable bone cement that integrates with living tissue to rebuild bone density in osteoporosis patients.
Bone HealthJan 28, 2026
A Surprising Link Between Cholesterol and Bone Loss—And a New Treatment on the Horizon
Scientists discover how a cholesterol-regulating protein called PCSK9 accelerates bone loss—and develop a targeted therapy that doubled bone mass in mice.
Bone HealthJan 28, 2026
Celiac Disease and Bone Loss: Why Early Screening Matters—Even for Young Adults
New research shows bone loss affects 17% of young celiac patients. Here's what doctors recommend for early detection.
Bone HealthJan 27, 2026
Why Bone Health Decisions Are So Confusing—And What You Actually Need to Know
Despite decades of research, basic questions about osteoporosis treatment remain unclear, leaving millions unsure about screening and medications.
Bone HealthJan 21, 2026
Chocolate Milk for Bone Health? Here's What the Research Actually Shows
New research reveals chocolate milk contains key bone-building nutrients, but there's a surprising catch that could affect calcium absorption.
Bone HealthJan 21, 2026
Are Small-Boned Women Being Misdiagnosed With Osteoporosis?
New research reveals that bone density tests may systematically misdiagnose petite women with osteoporosis when their bones are actually healthy.
Bone HealthJan 20, 2026
Your Bones Are Constantly Rebuilding—Here's Why Your Diet Matters More Than You Think
Your bones break down and rebuild daily, but with osteoporosis, breakdown outpaces formation—making nutrition your secret weapon for stronger bones.
Bone HealthJan 20, 2026
New $2.3M Research Could Transform Treatment for a Rare Childhood Hip Disease
Scientists receive major NIH funding to develop the first biological therapy for Perthes disease, which affects thousands of children yearly.
Bone HealthJan 20, 2026
The Vitamin Powerhouse Your Bones Need: Why D, K, and C Matter More Than You Think
Three vitamins—D, K, and C—work together to build stronger bones and prevent fractures. Here's what you need to eat to get them.
Bone HealthJan 19, 2026
Osteopenia: The Bone Warning Sign You Shouldn't Ignore—And How Much Calcium You Actually Need
Your bones might be weaker than you think. Here's what osteopenia means and the exact calcium amounts doctors recommend.
Bone HealthJan 18, 2026
Bone Loss Doesn't Have to Be Forever—Here's What Actually Works
Up to 40% of over-50s have early bone thinning, but new evidence shows it's reversible through exercise, diet, and lifestyle changes—not just medication.
Bone HealthJan 18, 2026
The Silent Bone Crisis Affecting 40% of Over-50s—And Why It's Actually Reversible
New research reveals osteopenia—the precursor to osteoporosis—can be completely reversed through targeted exercise and nutrition changes.
Bone HealthJan 18, 2026
Your Bones Are Constantly Rebuilding—Here's Why Calcium and Estrogen Matter More Than You Think
Your skeleton rebuilds itself every day, but declining estrogen and inadequate calcium can tip the balance toward bone loss—especially after age 50.
Bone HealthJan 18, 2026
Nearly 40% of People Over 50 Have Bone Thinning—But Here's the Good News
Osteopenia affects up to 40% of adults over 50, but this early bone thinning stage may be reversible with targeted lifestyle changes in some cases.
Bone HealthJan 18, 2026
The Estrogen-Bone Connection: Why Menopause Changes Everything for Your Skeleton
New research reveals how dropping estrogen levels during menopause trigger rapid bone loss, with women losing up to 3% of bone density annually in early menopause.
Bone HealthJan 14, 2026
Why You're Getting Shorter—And When It's a Warning Sign
Most adults lose about a centimeter in height every decade after 40, but rapid shrinking could signal osteoporosis and fracture risk.
Bone HealthJan 13, 2026
Why Lifting Weights Is Non-Negotiable for Women's Bone Health—And What Doctors Want You to Know
An orthopedic surgeon reveals why 50% of women face osteoporotic fractures—and how resistance training could be the difference between life and death.
Bone HealthJan 8, 2026
Your Heart Health Might Be Affecting Your Bones—Here's What New Research Shows
A surprising new study reveals men with poor cholesterol profiles have weaker bones, suggesting your cardiovascular health directly impacts skeletal strength.
Bone HealthJan 3, 2026
Your Daily Cup Matters: How Tea and Coffee Affect Bone Health as You Age
New 10-year study reveals tea strengthens bones in older women while heavy coffee drinking weakens them—but moderate coffee is fine.
Bone HealthJan 3, 2026
The Magnesium Secret Your Bones Might Be Missing
New research reveals magnesium deficiency may be a hidden culprit behind osteoporosis, affecting bone health through surprising pathways beyond calcium.
Bone HealthDec 31, 2025
Scientists Find a Potential Way to Reverse Bone Loss in Osteoporosis
New research identifies a cellular receptor that could be activated to rebuild weakened bones, offering hope for reversing osteoporosis damage.
Bone HealthDec 24, 2025
Game-Changing Breakthrough Could Speed Up New Osteoporosis Treatments by Years
FDA approves bone density scans as trial endpoints, potentially cutting osteoporosis drug development time in half for millions worldwide.