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Preventing osteoporosis: What you need to do NOW
One in two NZ women and one in three NZ men over 65 will have an osteoporotic fracture. But you don’t have to become another statistic. More
15 (other) ways to get calcium
There’s 325mg of calcium in a cup of ‘light blue’ milk. But what if you can’t drink milk? Don’t panic – there are plenty of ways to boost bone health. More
Preventing osteoporosis: The DOs and DONTs
Everyone has the ability to reduce fracture risk and minimise the effects. Here are some guidelines for healthy bones. More
Carotenoids for bones
US researchers have found carotenoids appear to help protect older men and women from hip fractures. More
Fracture prevention for older people
The benefits of vitamin D include potentially reducing the incidence of bone fractures in older people. More
Feel fabulous over 50: Bone and joint health
The conditions which need attention are osteoporosis (weak bones) and arthritis (painful, stiff joints) – both pose a threat to independence and doing things you enjoy. More
Thinner men risk osteoporosis
We all know women are susceptible to this debilitating bone disease, but a recent study shows some men are also at high risk. More
How to get enough calcium
Milk and dairy products, as well as being a source of protein and providing a range of vitamins and minerals, are the main source of calcium in a typical Kiwi diet. More
Calcium-rich foods better for bones
Researchers in the US studied the calcium intakes of 183 post-menopausal women and measured their bone mineral density (BMD) at different parts of their skeleton. More
