Osteoporosis and exercise
Osteoporosis (porous bone) is characterised by loss of calcium and bone tissue from bones, which makes them susceptible to breaking. Exercising regularly reduces the rate of bone loss and the likelihood of falling. See your doctor or health care ... [... more]
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Hormones - cortisol
Cortisol is a hormone made by the adrenal glands. Some disorders such as arthritis, skin disorders and asthma can be treated with synthesised cortisol, called cortisone or corticosteroids. A common side effect of such treatment is osteoporosis. ... [... more]
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Back pain - Better Health Channel.
Back pain can be caused by injury, inflammation, tension or spasm of the muscle, ligament, cartilage or bone. Arthritis, muscle strain, osteoporosis, sciatica and stress are common causes. Treatment can include rest, exercise, medication and ... [... more]
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Bone density testing
Bone density testing, or bone mass measurement, is a medical procedure used to determine bone density or strength. These tests can identify osteoporosis or osteopaenia and the risk of future bone fractures. Bone density testing is a medical ... [... more]
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Menopause and osteoporosis
The female sex hormone oestrogen helps maintain bone strength. Postmenopausal women are prone to developing osteoporosis, a condition characterised by weakened bones that fracture easily. Treatments include exercise, a diet rich in calcium, ... [... more]
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Osteoporosis risk - quiz
Is osteoporosis a risk for you? Find out with our quick health quiz and learn about how diet, exercise and other tips can help protect your bones. Your exercise and dietary habits are putting you at increased risk of osteoporosis. It might be ... [... more]
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Osteoporosis - Better Health Channel.
Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose their strength and density, become fragile and fracture (break) more easily because of calcium loss. This disease particularly affects women in their middle and later years. It is different from osteoarthritis, ... [... more]
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French Toast - JUDY STENMARK, OSTEOPOROSIS AUSTRALIA
Heat a non stick frying pan, rub lightly with butter. Fry bread for 1 minute each side or until golden. Serve with berries or fruit of your choice, some maple syrup and a dollop of low-fat yoghurt. Makes: 2 pieces, serves 1 Makes: 2 pieces, ... [... more]
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Joan Bassey, M.D, is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the National Osteoporosis Society, UK. is a licensed fitness instructor and research consultant for the Department of Geriatric Medicine at the Royal Free Hospital in London. She ... [... more]
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Ways to boost your calcium intake
Recent studies have shown that up to 85 percent of the population do not get sufficient calcium in their diets. Calcium is a mineral that is essential for building strong, healthy bones and teeth, and for preventing gum disease - osteoporosis, or ... [... more]
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a bone disease where they become brittle and are liable to break easily. Even the slightest bang or fall may cause fractures. Osteoporosis is one of the most common health conditions affecting Australians. According to ... [... more]
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Ageing - muscles bones and joints
Muscles, bones and joints are affected by the ageing process. Osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis are more common in older people. Exercise to increase muscle and bone fitness can reduce or reverse the risk of disability and ... [... more]
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