The fact is osteoporosis is extremely multi-factorial in origin and may develop even before the onset of menopause when estrogen and progesterone levels are still normal. Evidence now indicates that significant bone loss can occur during the years prior to menopause; a time when estrogen

Estrogen strengthens bones, so it’s given to women of menopause age to help prevent osteoporosis. But the hormone has side effects, such as blood clots. Swedish scientists report in the National  Academy of Sciences proceedings that they’ve separated the part of estrogen

As we all know, getting enough calcium and vitamin D is essential to preventing osteoporosis, especially as we enter the menopause age.  Here are some foods that pose a danger to your fight against osteoporosis: Salt- Research has shown that postmenopausal women with a high-salt

Osteoporosis is a growing problem as the Baby Boomers are now aging.  This begs the question, what can I do to strengthen my bones and is it too late to start when I’m 50 years old. First of all, it’s never too late to start taking measures to strengthen your bones and

As we age, osteoporosis is a major risk factor for women.  When you hit middle-age, they slowly begin to thin out and the process only accelerates after menopause.  One of the best lines of defense is your diet – eating the right foods can give you the maximum peak bone mass

Contrary to popular belief, Osteoporosis is largely preventable for most people if you take the proper steps.  Prevention of this disease is very important because, while there are treatments for Osteoporosis, there is currently no cure. One of the most important things to remember