The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday topics with UC Davis research. Each post is reviewed by our experts, ensuring you always get useful information you can trust. Bone density isn’t just ...

Bone density refers to how much calcium and other minerals make up your bones. When your bones have more minerals, they have a higher bone density, meaning they're stronger and less likely to break.

Winter is a high-risk time for bone injuries and fractures due to icy sidewalks and lack of sunlight, which can lead to low vitamin D levels and weaker bones, but prevention can be achieved through ...

ALERT. MAY IS OSTEOPOROSIS AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH AND HERE TO SHARE SOME MEASURES. ALL OF US SHOULD BE TAKING TO STRENGTHEN OUR BONE HEALTH AND THE UNDERSTANDING OF OSTEOPOROSIS. WE’VE GOT ...

It may be the last thing on your mind, but starting good habits early is critical for good health now and mobility later Getty Taking care of your bone health isn’t on the minds of most people in ...

Compounds in tea called catechins may help promote bone health and slow degeneration in bone density, researchers said.

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

When kids play, falls and bumps are bound to happen. But when that bump leads to a broken bone, it can be scary for any parent. The good news is broken bones in children often heal faster than in ...