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Osteoporosis Center   [ Home >  Osteoporosis >  More  Related Items ]   OSTEOPOROSIS - ARTICLES Electronic Records Can Improve The Outlook in Osteoporosis December 6, 2007 Most fractures in older people are related to osteoporosis. An outreach program based on electronic health records was found to increase the proportion of women with a previous fracture being evaluated or treated for osteoporosis from 13% to 44%. Can Omega-3 Fatty Acids Prevent Osteoporosis? May 17, 2007 In listing the benefits of increased omega-3 intake, osteoporosis is often mentioned. However, there is little evidence for this, yet. The available data have been recently discussed in a review that we summarize here. Get More Vitamin D May 17, 2007 The recommended daily allowance for vitamin D (400 IU daily) is too low to help in lowering the risk of fractures. An expert group recommends higher daily intake of the vitamin, approaching 2,000 IU daily or more. Running an Unnecessary Risk of Fracture February 5, 2007 People with osteoporosis are, typically, likely to be less than strict in taking their prescribed medication. And even those that start off correctly often drop out later. Failure to take osteoporosis meds leads to continued loss of bone mineral density and a greatly heightened risk of fractures . . . A New Risk Factor for People with Osteoporosis - Homocysteine July 2, 2004 We know of quite a few risk factors for osteoporosis - lack of exercise, smoking, low calcium and/or vitamin D intake, excess alcohol, and so on - but now there's a new one: a raised blood homocysteine level. If it's not a risk factor, at least it's a marker for the disease. Don't Miss Out on Vitamin D May 19, 2004 Vitamin D deficiency is a lot more common than one would think, in this day and age. The very young and the very old are at risk, as are those with dark skins and living at higher latitudes . . . Isoflavones to Lower the Osteoporosis Risk? April 23, 2004 A red clover preparation of isoflavones has been shown, in a well-controlled study, to significantly reduce the natural loss of bone mineral density in women from 49 to 65. Eat for Your Heart or Bones? It's a Tradeoff February 12, 2004 Surprisingly, although most foods that are good for the heart are also good for the bones - fruit, vegetables, and alcohol in moderation - one food component causes a problem. Unsaturated fatty acids are good for the heart, but may be harmful to bone metabolism. A 'Water-Pill' Can Help Prevent a Broken Hip January 29, 2004 These days, fewer people with high blood pressure are treated with 'water pills' (thiazide diuretics). This is a pity, as the thiazides have a protective action against hip fractures, an all-too-common event in older people . . . Forteo plus Fosamax? No! October 2, 2003 One can't assume that if one drug is good, adding another will be better. Studies of two effective treatments for osteoporosis show the fallacy of this approach. How Strong Are Your Bones? June 27, 2003 Dr Michael Goodman, a well-known specialist in peri-menopausal medicine, gives good advice on how women should face up to the risk of osteoporosis - how to prevent it (as far as possible), and how to diagnose it, so that the right treatment can be started. 'Boning Up' on Vitamin K March 28, 2003 Research shows that foods rich in vitamin K, such as leafy greens, play a role in bone health in women, although this isn't so evident in men . . . A New Weapon in the Battle of the Bones March 12, 2003 There's a new treatment for osteoporosis - one that increases the build up of bone. Although it's more effective than other types of treatment in increasing bone mineral density (BMD), it has to be given by daily injection, so it won't be for everyone . . . . Are Older Folk at Risk of Vitamin D Deficiency? March 12, 2003 Many of us have heard of rickets, even if we haven't seen anyone with it. Bowed-legged children, due to vitamin D deficiency, right? But not so many know that lack of vitamin D is not uncommon in older adults, especially seniors, today. Dr Irene contributes her report of an important seminar on the topic. Get Moving to Prevent Hip Fractures January 17, 2003 Moderate types of exercise - like walking - can reduce the risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal women. Long-Time Tea Drinking May Aid Bones June 20, 2002 Tea - the second-most commonly consumed drink among adults worldwide - may be beneficial to bones. Calcium is Not All You Need for Strong Bones May 16, 2002 Healthy bones need more than just calcium and vitamin D - they need adequate protein, too. Statins May Help More Than Just the Heart April 30, 2002 Women who take "statin" drugs to lower their cholesterol may be getting an additional health benefit -- a lower risk of bone fractures. Sunscreen Use is a Healthy Habit for Older Women February 25, 2002 The body's ability to synthesize vitamin D diminishes with age, and that raises an interesting question. Do seniors have to choose between healthy skin and healthy bones? The Tortoise Beats the Hare in the Race for Stronger Bones February 8, 2002 When it comes to bone-strengthening exercise, consistency rather than speed appears to be the key to success. Curbing Caffeine May Benefit Bones January 11, 2002 A new study takes a closer look at the effect of caffeine on bone health in older women. Fluoride Aids Bone Health January 11, 2002 We've known for decades that fluoride contributes to healthy teeth. And it may be good for bones, too. A new study adds to what scientists know of its benefits in older women at risk of osteoporosis... Researchers Shed More Light on Vitamin D and Bones December 6, 2001 Too little sunlight may limit the body's ability to manufacture vitamin D, a nutrient vital for strong bones. Can Action Each Day Keep Fractures Away? August 31, 2001 People who get regular exercise seem to be less likely to suffer a hip fracture. Winning the battle of the bones? August 24, 2001 Osteoporosis is a serious threat to the health of an aging population. Parathyroid hormone injections were recently shown to be the first effective approach to actually build bone in osteoporotic individuals. Osteoporosis Affects Both Men and Women July 2, 2001 A new study takes a closer look at how the bone disease osteoporosis affects men and women as they get older. Wearing a pad is better than a pin January 22, 2001 Hip fractures are becoming more frequent, in spite of older people taking more exercise, eating better, and making their homes "fall-proof". Falls will occur, but now there's a way to help avoid one bad result - a fractured hip. An Occasional Drink May Aid Bone Strength. December 15, 2000 A little alcohol may contribute to bone health in later years, but scientists hasten to point out that the mainstays of promoting bone health include a calcium-rich diet and regular physical activity. How To Consume Enough Calcium When You Are Lactose Intolerant. December 15, 2000 Lactose intolerance is widely misunderstood and too often prompts individuals to avoid all dairy products. But there are ways to limit the intake of dairy foods and still get enough calcium. Water fluoridation may benefit bones November 7, 2000 Scientists know that fluoride helps keep teeth strong, and there is some evidence that this essential mineral may do the same thing for bones. Smoking May Stunt Bones November 7, 2000 Women who smoke may be shortchanging their bodies of much-needed calcium and vitamin D, putting themselves at risk for osteoporosis. What are the chances of preventing osteoporosis? October 30, 2000 For osteoporosis, prevention is the key. Unlike many other diseases, where prevention is either difficult to achieve or demands enormous willpower and self-denial in changing your lifestyle, preventing osteoporosis. Added Calcium and Vitamin D Aid Bone Health October 2, 2000 Say 'strong bones,' and many people will think 'calcium.' Maybe they will even think 'vitamin D.' Yet, fewer than one in ten older Americans consume the recommended amount of these two nutrients. Tea May Aid Bone Health July 12, 2000 An article in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that the British tradition of high tea may be beneficial to bones. Researchers at the University of Cambridge in England examined the tea drinking habits. How To Avoid Osteoporosis June 8, 2000 A lot of the factors placing you at risk of developing osteoporosis are unavoidable - being a woman, being African-American or Hispanic, getting older, having a family history of fractures, being 'small-boned'. How to eat to avoid osteoporosis May 12, 2000 The risk of osteoporosis is higher in people who have a low-calcium diet, are under weight, take little exercise, consume alcohol to excess, and smoke cigarettes. Osteoporosis does . Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Hip Fracture Risk November 18, 1999 Vitamin D may be an overlooked nutrient when it comes to reducing the risk for hip fractures according to the results of this study conducted in two Boston-area hospitals. Predicting fractures in patients with osteoporosis August 3, 1999 Most fractures of the hip, arms, legs, arms and spine in elderly people are associated with osteoporosis. This is a common condition in older women, but it can also occur in men as they age. The bone structure becomes less dense, and therefore much more fragile.   RELATED ITEMS Vitamin D Strengthens Muscles and Prevents Falls August 20, 2004 Quality of Life on HRT March 28, 2003 Can Too Much Vitamin A Weaken Your Bones? March 28, 2003 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - Now What to Do? July 26, 2002 Increased Vitamin A Intake May Raise the Fracture Risk February 25, 2002 The Negative Effects of Smoking on Bones, Joints and Healing August 3, 2001 Regular Exercise Keeps Women on Track July 25, 2001 Milk is Good For Bones.. and the Heart, Too February 20, 2001 Study Shows Coffee Not Hazardous to Heart Health January 22, 2001 Questions and Answers about Hip Replacement December 30, 1999 Resistance training - how much? June 2, 1999 Exercise Programs - a Primer February 10, 1999 Treadmill or weights machine (or both)? January 26, 1999

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