Osteoporosis Resources
For more information on osteoporosis, please visit the following: Mayo Clinic: Osteoporosis http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/osteoporosis/DS00128 National Institutes of Health (NIH) – Health Info:...
View ArticlePrevent Osteoporosis
Bone Loss Bone loss is inevitable as a person ages. However, staying active and keeping a nutrient-rich diet can help combat the onset of osteoporosis. One of the most important prevention methods is a...
View ArticleAlternative Osteoporosis Treatments
Alternative Medicine Review Alternative treatment for osteoporosis typically involves a change in lifestyle. Diet maintenance includes consuming an adequate amount of calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K....
View ArticleTraditional Treatment for Osteoporosis
Traditional Medicine There isn’t any complete cure for osteoporosis once it has developed. In some cases, medications can be administered to prevent further bone loss and consequent damage....
View ArticleCauses of Osteoporosis
Causes of Bone Loss There are several risk factors that can contribute to the development of osteoporosis. Some of these risk factors are unavoidable and are related to age, genetics, or congenital...
View ArticleOsteoporosis Symptoms
Silent Disease Osteoporosis is often referred to as the “silent disease” because it does not exhibit symptoms. Furthermore, diagnostic testing for bone mass and deterioration is typically not performed...
View ArticleOsteoporosis Overview
What is Osteoporosis? The term osteoporosis is derived from Greek, meaning “porous bones.” Osteoporosis is a degenerative bone disease that is characterized by weak and fragile bones and an unusually...
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