Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both. As a result, bones become weak and may break from a fall or, in serious cases, from sneezing or minor bumps. Osteoporosis means āporous bone.ā Viewed under a microscope, healthy bone looks like a honeycomb…. Read more »
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Support NOF by purchasing the resources below to raise awareness for osteoporosis and promote strong bones for life. Welcome to the NOF Store. You’ll find educational brochures, exercise videos, gifts and more to help you learn about osteoporosis and spread the word to promote strong bones for life. Please shop with us online and if… Read more »
Calculator shows that 89% of users arenāt getting enough calcium, a key nutrient for good bone health
Nyon, Switzerland (October 20, 2015) ā New findings released on World Osteoporosis Day by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) show that 89% of those who used the new IOF Calcium Calculator – which is based on Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations* – were calcium deficient. The free online tool helps people calculate their approximate daily… Read more »
Calculator shows that 89% of users arenāt getting enough calcium, a key nutrient for good bone health
Nyon, Switzerland (October 20, 2015) ā New findings released on World Osteoporosis Day by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) show that 89% of those who used the new IOF Calcium Calculator – which is based on Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations* – were calcium deficient. The free online tool helps people calculate their approximate daily… Read more »
Eat Spinach to Grow Strong? Yes! But Thereās So Much More!
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day: Prevent Broken Bones through Better Nutrition. Even young children know that eating spinach can make you stronger. But did you know that fallās colorful leaves can help guide you to better bone health? Following a bone healthy diet inspired by the changing colors of fall can go a long… Read more »
Eat Spinach to Grow Strong? Yes! But Thereās So Much More!
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day: Prevent Broken Bones through Better Nutrition. Even young children know that eating spinach can make you stronger. But did you know that fallās colorful leaves can help guide you to better bone health? Following a bone healthy diet inspired by the changing colors of fall can go a long… Read more »
Research Suggests a Link Between Dried Plums and Healthy Bones
Two Studies Presented at the International Symposium on Nutritional Aspects of Osteoporosis Highlight the Positive Effects of Prunes The International Symposium on Nutritional Aspects of Osteoporosis (ISNAO) brings together the best scientific minds in bone health research and nutrition. Current research presented at the 2015 Ninth ISNAO has added to the increasing body of evidence… Read more »
Research Suggests a Link Between Dried Plums and Healthy Bones
Two Studies Presented at the International Symposium on Nutritional Aspects of Osteoporosis Highlight the Positive Effects of Prunes The International Symposium on Nutritional Aspects of Osteoporosis (ISNAO) brings together the best scientific minds in bone health research and nutrition. Current research presented at the 2015 Ninth ISNAO has added to the increasing body of evidence… Read more »
How Strong Are Your Bones? May is National Osteoporosis Month
NOF Offers Free Resources and a Bone Basics Webinar to Raise Awareness about Osteoporosis and Fractures NOF is kicking off National Osteoporosis Month today and issuing a call to action toĀ Break Free from Osteoporosis. As part of the awareness and educational initiative, NOF is offering free resources and a webinar to help raise awareness and… Read more »
How Strong Are Your Bones? May is National Osteoporosis Month
NOF Offers Free Resources and a Bone Basics Webinar to Raise Awareness about Osteoporosis and Fractures NOF is kicking off National Osteoporosis Month today and issuing a call to action to Break Free from Osteoporosis. As part of the awareness and educational initiative, NOF is offering free resources and a webinar to help raise awareness… Read more »