Nutrients

Bone Healthy Ingredients To create a bone healthy recipe at home, chooseĀ (1) EXCELLENTĀ source of calcium orĀ (2) GOODĀ sources of calcium, PLUS at least 2-3 other bone healthy ingredients from those listed below. Try your hand at as many interesting combinations as you can think of and let us know how your recipes turn out! Upload photos/stories… Read more »

BHOF Support Groups

Building Strength TogetherĀ® Find an Osteoporosis Support Group Support Groups are a great way to learn more about osteoporosis and how to live with the disease directly from those in similar situations. Use our directory below to find a Support Group in your area. If we donā€™t have a Support Group in your area and… Read more »

About Clinical Trials

Are you interested in volunteering for a research study or clinical trial? There are many reasons why you may be interested in being a part of a research study or clinical trial. You may be looking for access to the newest medical treatments, investigational drugs or medical devices or you may be interested in helping… Read more »

Fracture Liaison Service “FLS”

If you break a bone, it is very important that you get the right medical care, treatment and follow-up to make sure you donā€™t break any more bones. Your healthcare provider may refer you to a fracture liaison service or FLS program. An FLS program operates under the direction of your doctor and an FLS… Read more »

Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider

Many people find it helpful to take a list of questions with them when going to a medical visit. Print this handy checklist when you visit your healthcare provider for a bone health checkup. Write down the answers to the questions right on the form and keep it with your medical information.

Nutrition

Good-for-Your-Bones Foods More Examples of Bone Healthy Food Recent research suggests that olive oil, soy beans, blueberries and foods rich in omega-3s, like fish oil and flaxseed oil may also have bone boosting benefits. This research is far from conclusive so we donā€™t really know if these foods contribute directly to bone health. Ā But the… Read more »

Calcium and Vitamin D

Calcium and vitamin D are essential to building strong, dense bones both when youā€™re young and as you age. The information included here will help you learn all about calcium and vitamin D ā€“ the two most important nutrients for bone health. It is equally important to continue getting enough calcium and vitamin D to… Read more »

Medicines for Prevention and Treatment

Although there is no cure for osteoporosis, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved medicines to prevent, slow, or stop its progress. Taking a prescribed osteoporosis medicine, along with getting enough calcium, vitamin D and regular exercise, can help reduce the risk of broken bones (also called fractures) due to osteoporosis. Special Note:… Read more »

Reprint Policy

BHOFā€™s Web Site and its educational materials and publications are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not modify, reproduce or distribute (a) content from its materials or from this Web Site (other than as set forth herein), (b) the design or layout of the Web Site or individual sections of the design… Read more »

Medical Disclaimer

Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation Medical Disclaimer The information and advice contained in or made available through the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (formerly the National Osteoporosis Foundation) websites (including, but not limited to, podcasts, social media, message boards, text files, chat rooms, or auditoriums) is not intended to replace the services of trained and… Read more »