According to an article in Osteoporosis International, nearly 10.2 million adults aged 50 and over have osteoporosis. And another 43.4 million are at increased risk for fractures due to low bone mass. Osteoporosis, often called the “silent thief,” can progress without symptoms until a fracture occurs. These fractures then lead to serious complications, including loss…
As we age, our bones naturally lose density, making seniors more susceptible to fractures and osteoporosis. An estimated 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, of which 8 million are women, as it’s more prevalent in women, the Food and Drug Administration informs. But there’s good news: A nutrient-rich diet focused on bone-strengthening ingredients can go a…
According to the MSD Manual Consumer version, about half of postmenopausal women and 1 in 5 men over 50 will experience a fracture caused by osteoporosis in their lifetimes. Bone loss, a natural part of aging, raises the risk of osteoporosis in seniors. Despite the high risk, older adults aren’t powerless against osteoporosis. It may…
According to the CDC, nearly one in twenty men over the age of 50 has osteoporosis. That number rises in women to one in five. It’s a serious risk that, left unchecked, can have serious repercussions. May is recognized as National Osteoporosis Awareness Month. The goal is to raise awareness of the disease so people…