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Osteoporosis, known as the silent bone disease, weakens bones without obvious symptoms. Early signs include height loss, ...

If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a milk commercial boasting about “strong bones,” it might be time to rethink your stance—especially if you’re a woman over 50. Bone health isn’t just about dodging a ...

Caring for your body isn't only about the way you look; it's about feeling strong, energetic, and balanced from the inside out. A woman's body undergoes unique hormonal, physical, and emotional ...

The age-old saying goes that prevention is better than cure, and early detection is key to successful treatment. Yet, most ...

Menopause is a natural phase of women’s life, post-menopause, is associated with specific physical and emotional changes.

Emma Pooley may have retired from professional cycling more than a decade ago, but she believes that the effects of under-fueling – what she describes as her “weird” relationship with food – are still ...

Jump training is nothing new, but there’s more to it than jumping on the spot. If you’re looking to build bone density, sports medicine specialist and orthopaedic surgeon Jocelyn Wittstein says the ...