Women are more at risk of developing osteoporosis than men because the hormone changes that happen at the menopause directly affect bone density.
Whether you already have osteoporosis, or a risk of it, this advice will help.
Osteoporosis is a serious condition and you can help improve your bones with some simple exercises.
You may know what osteoporosis is, but osteopenia is not so well recognised.
This condition affects over 3 million people in the UK with more than 500,000 receiving hospital treatment for fragility fractures every year.
Labrix Laboratories are international experts in hormone testing and here present their findings on the importance of progesterone for the treatment of osteoporosis.
October 20 is World Osteoporosis Day and here is a timely reminder for the risks to women at menopause.
How much do you know about osteoporosis and how you can reduce your risk?
Stephen Makinde, Director of Perfect Balance Clinic, is an Osteopath with some interesting thoughts to share on dealing with osteoporosis.
Did you know how many factors can influence you having good, strong bones? Check these to see where you might be going wrong.