You can help increase your bone density through diet, vitamin and mineral supplements, exercise, lifestyle changes, and medications in some cases.

“For the upper body—particularly the wrists which are prone to fracture—planks, push-ups, either against a wall or on an ...

Jody Reid participates in a fitness class at Roy CrossFit in Roy on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. One of the best solutions — both to prevent osteoporosis from developing and to regrow bone once the ...

Osteoporosis affects approximately 10 million people in the U.S., 80 percent of whom are women, according to the Office on Women’s Health. It causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that ...

Bone health may not be something you think about every day, but it's silently working behind the scenes to keep you strong and supported from the inside out. Below, experts explain why it’s important ...

"Medical Journeys" is a set of clinical resources reviewed by physicians, meant for the medical team as well as the patients they serve. Each episode of this journey through a disease state contains ...

The benefits of regular physical activity and exercise in people with osteoporosis outweigh the risks, says an expert consensus statement designed to alleviate uncertainty about the types of exercise ...

Swimming offers many health benefits, but experts need more evidence before concluding that it can help strengthen bones. Adding weight-bearing exercises into your routine can help you stay active ...

Skip the machines and use 4 bodyweight moves that build more strength, balance, and joint control than gym workouts after 50.