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Do People Really Shrink Over Time?

For generations, shrinking, stooping, and even a "dowager's hump" were thought to be inevitable. Today we know that with proper self-care, you can avoid shrinking as you get older. Find out what causes age-related height loss, and three ways to help avoid it. Read More

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Stir-Fried Bok Choy

Four-Cheese Lasagna

Pasta and Salmon Salad

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Fast Fact

Number of Americans, in millions, who are estimated to have low bone mass, placing them at increased risk for osteoporosis, according to the NIH.

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The Trouble With Tea

Five ingredients in tea can potentially harm your health. Here's what you need to know. Read More

6 Super Foods for Bone Health

Exercising With Osteoporosis: Dos and Dont's

Chiropractic Care: Benefits Beyond the Back

Bone Density Test: Who Needs It and How Often?

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Osteoporosis Tip: Throw Some Weight Around

In addition to maintaining a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, regularly engaging in weight-bearing exercises can help reduce your risk of osteoporosis. Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, and dancing, are performed on your feet and cause your bones and muscles to work against gravity and thus become stronger.

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