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Study reveals key protein that helps prevent excessive bone loss in osteop
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Osteoporosis, a disorder characterised by porous and weak bones, is a major hazard to skeletal health. As the foundation of the human body, bones provide critical structural support. When bone mass decreases, it not only weakens this support but also lowers general function, resulting in a l
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Inhibiting aberrant stem cell signals during ageing reduces bone loss: Stu
Updated : 10 months ago IST
Ageing results in an increase in a cellular signal necessary for the skeleton's development, which weakens bones, according to a new study in mice. The study, led by researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine, found that blocking the signaling pathway, called Notch, in aging skeletal
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Study reveals use of continuous combined oral contraceptives demonstrates
Updated : 6 years, 1 month ago IST
Cleveland [Ohio], June 24 (ANI): While women with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) become estrogen deficient at an early age, which makes them more vulnerable to the loss of bone mineral density, a new study suggests that use of continuous combined oral contraceptives may be especially
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Participating in sports during childhood benefits bone health
Updated : 7 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 17 (ANI): Turns out, participation in organised sports during childhood and adolescence can have long-term benefits for bone mass at 20 years of age.
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Just 30 mins of exercise benefits postmenopausal women
Updated : 8 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 04 (ANI): Just 30 minutes of high intensity resistance and impact training - jumping jacks, push-ups and squats - twice a week may improve functional performance and bone density in postmenopausal women with low bone mass, reveals a recent study.
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