Archive for the 'Bone Health' Category

Get stronger bones by eating good fat

Published March 8th, 2007 in Bone Health, Healthy Foods, Supplements and Health Studies. 1 Comment

People who eat a diet high in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) — one of the “good” omega-3 fats — have stronger bones, according to a recent study from The Pennsylvania State University. Researchers say that plant sources of the fat (such as walnuts and flaxseeds) strengthen bones as well as seafood sources… good news for people […]

Eating prunes might protect bones after menopause

Published January 20th, 2007 in Women's Health, Bone Health, Healthy Foods and Health Studies. 0 Comments

Prunes (or dried plums) — already considered to be among the world’s healthiest foods — might help protect womens’ bones after menopause, according to recent research from Florida State University:
FSU study: Can prunes reverse bone loss after menopause?
Could a handful of nutrient-rich dried plums each day help keep the doctor away by actually reversing bone […]

Heartburn drugs might weaken your bones

Published December 29th, 2006 in Health Warnings, Bone Health and Health Studies. 1 Comment

Taking a drug to treat your heartburn might weaken your bones and increase your risk of a fracture, according to a new study from Britain. Researchers found that people over 50 who took popular heartburn drugs — including Nexium, Prilosec, and Prevacid — for a year or more had a much greater risk of suffering […]

Study: Drinking cola may lead to weaker bones in women

Published October 11th, 2006 in Health Warnings, Women's Health, Bone Health and Health Studies. 0 Comments

Women who drink 4 or more colas per week have weaker bones and are at greater risk of developing osteoporosis than women who don’t drink cola, according to new research from Tufts University. Scientists aren’t sure why cola causes low bone mineral density but many experts believe it has to do with the phosphoric acid […]

Study: Low-carb diets don’t lead to weak bones

Published June 7th, 2006 in Bone Health, Weight Loss and Health Studies. 1 Comment

Following a low-carb diet does not lead to weaker bones, according to new research from Florida. Bone loss due to a change in blood acidity has long been a concern related to low-carb, high-protein weight loss diets. This, along with other recent good news (see below) involving low-carb eating, should make fans of the popular […]