calcium

Nearly 44 million people in the U.S. are living with osteoporosis. The disease, which causes bones to be thin and brittle, strikes women more often ... Read More »

It's a well-known fact that older women need calcium and vitamin D to fight bone loss. But it's also important that younger, active women get calcium ... Read More »

I don't prefer yogurt because I've yet to find one low enough in sugar and good enough in taste. Some folks swear by yogurt, though -- maybe because ... Read More »

Milk. It does a body good. Or does it? According to the Celebrity Diet Doctor, one of milk's major health claims -- that it helps prevent osteoporosis ... Read More »

Studies show that vegetarians are less likely to develop heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and some types of cancer. When ... Read More »

I happened upon an interesting article on calcium depletion while thumbing through this month's edition of Healthy Awards magazine. In it, the author ... Read More »

You are what you eat, right? Since women have unique nutritional needs, like extra calcium and iron, it is important to address those differences ... Read More »

Sometimes I worry about my bones. My grandma had osteoporosis, and my mom is taking measures to keep from falling prey to the same condition. Seems I ... Read More »

If you are over the age of 50, you need to consume 120% of the Daily Value (DV) for calcium. Not 100%. This is because you are advised to get 1,200 mg ... Read More »

100% fruit juice is a good addition to your breakfast. Without the added sugar, you're getting much of the fruit nutrition without added ingredients. ... Read More »