Bone health

Bone density is a measurement of the amount of calcium and other minerals found in your bones. Both osteopenia (low bone mass) and osteoporosis (brittle bones) are conditions characterized by low bone density.

Eat these foods to keep your bones strong

Posted By Editorial Team, January 06, 2020 at 06:57pm

Lack of these nutrients in your diet can lead to poor bone health, which can cause conditions such as rickets and osteoporosis. Here are some foods that can help boost your bone health.
Spending a little time in the sun every day will give you strong bones

Posted By IANS, December 02, 2019 at 04:55pm

According to recent research, if you expose just your arms and legs in the sun for 15 minutes a day, you will get a good dose of vitamin D, essential for your bones to firm up.
Less sleep negatively impacts women's bone health

Posted By IANS, November 07, 2019 at 08:19am

Getting too little sleep is linked with a higher risk of having low bone mineral density (BMD) and developing osteoporosis, researchers have warned.
Are you getting enough magnesium? Here’s why you should

Posted By Sukriti Shahi, October 03, 2019 at 12:52pm

While your vitamins and nutrients intake is taken care of with your daily diet, don't forget about the fourth most abundant mineral in our body magnesium (mg). Magnesium is more than a mineral on the periodic table. Read on to know its health benefits.
National Nutrition Week 2019: Eat intelligently… nutrition is more important than exercise for strong bones

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, September 02, 2019 at 01:34pm

Proper nutrition is essential for building and maintaining bone health. In fact, eating the right foods is more important than exercising if you want strong bones.
Jacqueline Fernandez’s handstand video will give you major fitness goals

Posted By Aarshi Sharma, May 22, 2019 at 09:01pm

B-town star Jacqueline Fernandez recently attempted handstand, a pose considered to be tough. Here, we tell you why should try this too and the variations you can experiment with.
$Risk factors of bone fracture you should know about$

Risk factors of bone fracture you should know about

Posted By Editorial Team, April 06, 2019 at 12:00pm
Do you suffer from shin splints quite often? Try these exercises

Posted By Editorial Team, April 05, 2019 at 07:21pm

Reduce your chance of hurting your shinbone by practising workouts which focus on enhancing the flexibility of your foot, calves, and ankles.
4 lifestyle habits that negatively affects your bone health

Posted By Shriya Sinha, March 06, 2019 at 03:13pm

know how you can maintain your bone health.
All you want to know about ace tennis player Andy Murray's hip impingement

Posted By juhi kumari, January 16, 2019 at 06:30pm

A deformity, either of the ball or the socket of the hip joint may lead to hip impingement. Consult an orthopaedic expert once you experience restricted range of motion in your hip joint.
Eat Anjeer to stay healthy everyday

Posted By Editorial Team, January 16, 2019 at 04:27pm

Relish the delicious taste of the Mediterranean fruit Anjeer and stay healthy.
Vitamin D supplements can reduce lung attacks among COPD patients

Posted By Agencies, January 11, 2019 at 04:12pm

Use of vitamin D supplements can reduce lung attacks among chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients by up to 45 per cent, cites a new study.
Probiotics can help increase bone density, says study

Posted By Agencies, November 15, 2018 at 09:12am

Treatment with good bacteria widely used in probiotic supplements can strengthen bones, especially in females, finds a study that may develop novel ways of treating bone loss condition osteoporosis.
Nutrition has a greater impact on bone mass and strength than exercise, says new study

Posted By Editorial Team, October 17, 2018 at 02:54pm

Long-term consumption of the mineral-supplemented diet could be beneficial in preventing the loss of bone and strength with age, even if you don't do exercise training.
$Over-supplementing Vitamin A in your diet may lead to fracture-prone bones$

Over-supplementing Vitamin A in your diet may lead to fracture-prone bones

Posted By Editorial Team, October 09, 2018 at 09:05pm

Overconsumption of Vitamin A may be an increasing problem as many more people now take vitamin supplements. An overdose of Vitamin A could be increasing the risk of bone weakening disorders in humans.
Vitamin D supplements do not improve bone health, claims study

Posted By Kristina Das, October 08, 2018 at 05:39pm

For treating and preventing the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, vitamin D supplements have long been recommended to seniors. However, a new study finds this concept totally wrong.
5 miraculous benefits of bone broth

Posted By Kristina Das, September 09, 2018 at 05:20pm

Bone broth is made from animal bones and connective tissue. And the herbs, veggies and spices it contains can surely benefit you.
5 miraculous benefits of bone broth

Posted By Kristina Das, September 09, 2018 at 05:13pm

Bone broth is made from animal bones and connective tissue. And the herbs, veggies and spices it contains can surely benefit you.
All you need to know about the WHO Regional Committee session

Posted By ANI, September 04, 2018 at 07:41am

The WHO South-East Asia Region's priority programmes are already aligned to these goals and the Region is witnessing growing support for health from the highest levels of government, and impressive progress and achievements.
All you need to know about the charter to uphold patients' rights

Posted By Editorial Team, September 03, 2018 at 03:20pm

The union health ministry is willing to implement a "charter of patients' rights" which includes patients freedom to choose medicines and diagnostic tests. Here, we decode it for you.