Weight-bearing exercises can help increase your bone density, which measures how strong your bones are, to help reduce your risk of osteoporosis or fractures.
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Lucy Laing says her osteoporosis diagnosis happened “kind of by accident”. She was working at QE Health in Rotorua at the ...
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Learn how your microbiome, diet, and nutrient absorption shape bone density and why understanding the Gut–Bone Axis could be the key to preventing fractures and osteoporosis.
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The question of whether men over 50 can still build muscle concerns many fitness enthusiasts. It’s a widespread misconception ...
Easily the king of compound lifts, the deadlift is an essential move in your programme for a multitude of strength and muscle ...
This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Key takeaways: Women are more likely to have osteoporosis than men, ...
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