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Why osteoporosis is more dangerous in winter: Understanding cold-related bone fragility

Winter is often associated with cozy blankets and warm drinks, but for individuals with osteoporosis, the cold season can bring heightened risks and challenges. The cold weather may cause the bone and joints to flare up, especially in people who have bone diseases. When the air pressure drops, it can…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2024

Silent threats of calcium deficiency women face

Women are more vulnerable to calcium deficiency because of various physiological and lifestyle factors. Estrogen is an important factor in the absorption of calcium and maintenance of bone density. At the time of menopause, the rate of bone loss increases due to a decrease in estrogen levels, thereby increasing the…

The Times of India · Dec 22, 2024

Keeping bones healthy in winter: How to maintain bone health during cold months

Being an orthopedic doctor, I encounter a lot of patients with problems that are exclusive to bone health during winter. Decreased sunlight, decreased physical activity, and changes in diet have adverse effects on the strength of bones. The following are my professional suggestions to keep your bones healthy during the…

The Times of India · Dec 15, 2024

6 reasons for 30 plus people to start having Vitamin D regularly

Vitamin D also referred to as sunshine vitamin, is crucial for overall health. It not only supports bone strength by helping calcium absorption but also boosts immunity, improves muscle function, and boosts heart health.

The Times of India · Nov 21, 2024

Our complete list of foods pet turtles should not eat

Feeding turtles and tortoises right means mimicking their natural diet; the wrong foods, even common ones, can be harmful. Here are 32 foods to avoid.

PetsRadar · Nov 14, 2024

Why one should NOT take iron, zinc and calcium with magnesium supplements

Magnesium is undoubtedly an essential mineral that the body requires to perform several critical biological functions. However, simply mindlessly consuming magnesium supplements will not give any result. One needs to be careful while taking magnesium supplements. When taking magnesium supplements, certain other supplements can interfere with magnesium absorption, interact negatively,…

The Times of India · Nov 12, 2024

Raisin water: Health benefits of the morning super drink we all have been missing out on

Raisin water is surprisingly a powerful health tonic one could make by soaking raisins overnight. These are rich in iron, potassium, calcium, and antioxidants. Drinking raisin water in the morning is refreshing, as this energetic and digestion-friendly drink helps clean your liver, supports your overall wellness, gives you clear skin,…

The Times of India · Nov 11, 2024

Why Vitamin D should ALWAYS be taken along with Vitamin K

We all know about the role of Vitamin D in keeping bone health and immunity in check, but a lesser known fact many of us miss out on is that taking Vitamin D, combined with another crucial nutrient, Vitamin K is essential. Both vitamins have unique functions in the body,…

The Times of India · Nov 10, 2024

How do brains coordinate activity? From fruit flies to monkeys, we discovered this universal principle

The brain is a marvel of efficiency, honed by thousands of years of evolution so it can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Yet, despite decades of research, the mystery of how the brain achieves this has remained elusive.

The Conversation · Nov 6, 2024

Vitamin D supplements in pregnancy shown to improve bone density in childhood

Researchers said bone density scans showed they contained more calcium and more minerals, making them stronger and less likely to break.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024