The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday topics with UC Davis research. Each post is reviewed by our experts, ensuring you always get useful information you can trust. Bone density isn’t just ...

Medically reviewed by Mallory Christopherson DC, FMT, CSCS Increasing your calcium intake, supplementing with vitamin D, and doing resistance training builds bone density.Postmenopausal people and ...

If you’re at an increased risk for osteoporosis—a condition affecting one in three women over age 50—you know how important it is to maintain strong bones. And while it’s true that we lose bone ...

After breaking her wrist earlier this year, Local 10′s Kristi Krueger learned about the importance of building healthier and stronger bones. Krueger lives an active lifestyle which includes biking ...

Bones are quite literally the support system of the body, so it’s super important to keep them strong and healthy. Bones are continuously being broken down and rebuilt in tiny amounts. Before about ...

Whether done on a mat or on a reformer, Pilates boasts a ton of mind-body benefits that keep fans like Kerry Washington, Martha Stewart, and even the Kansas City Chiefs coming back, again and again. A ...

Once a person loses bone density, they typically cannot regain it. However, they may be able to prevent further bone density loss through lifestyle adjustments, such as getting sufficient exercise, ...

Our bones support more than just a few essential functions in the body. Not only do they provide a robust framework to hold our body upright (an incredible feat in itself!), they coordinate with our ...

Fractures aren’t fun at any age, but as you get older, they can lead to serious complications. That’s why keeping your bones strong is important as you age. Fortunately, protecting your bones isn’t ...

Calcium matters for everyone, but it plays an extra important role when you're pregnant, helping your baby grow while also ...