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What are the common signs of osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is common in older people, particularly post-menopausal women – but many of us have it without knowing it.

Here are some of the signs and symptoms of osteoporosis.

Low vitamin D causes rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, say experts

Vitamin D deficiency is a leading cause of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, scientists have established in an evidence review published in Nature.

Post-menopausal women were at the highest risk of suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, say experts.

Vitamin D sprays – do they work?

Vitamin D sprays are an increasingly popular way for adults and children to get the natural boost they need. But do they work?

Yes, say scientists here’s how!

Your guide to cholecalciferol

Cholecalciferol plays a crucial role in bone health and the absorption of calcium.

Learn what cholecalciferol is and why it’s crucial to building stronger bones!

Age 20-35? Take a calcium supplement to build bone, say scientists

Age 20-35? Take a calcium supplement. That’s the key takeaway from a new research paper. Women and men aged between 20-35 that took a calcium supplement had higher bone mass, Read More

Post-menopausal women should take vitamin D and calcium supplements, say scientists

Every post-menopausal woman should take a calcium and vitamin D supplement, say scientists.

After reviewing all available evidence, they have some recommendations to improve women’s bone health after menopause.

A natural boost when you need it

Don’t you feel better after some time in the sun?

That’s vitamin D doing its best to help your body. Learn how supplements can give your body a natural boost at a time when we all need it.

Does high blood pressure cause osteoporosis?

We can now add high blood pressure to the causes of osteoporosis, scientists say.

A new study has found that high blood pressure can prematurely age bones, leading to osteoporosis.

Your bone questions answered

We’ve scoured Google to find some of the most asked questions about bone health, osteoporosis, and the menopause.

It’s a big topic, but we’ve answered them below.