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Healthy Bones Need Magnesium. How to Tell if You're Deficient

Magnesium is a vital mineral for bone health. For whatever reason, when it comes to bones and vitamins and minerals, traditional recommendations have centered around calcium and vitamin D. Despite the fact that bones need magnesium, it is left out most of the time. Since magnesium plays huge role in...

This entry was posted in Nutrition, Research and tagged bones, magnesium, Minerals, muscles on October 29, 2019 by Institute for Better Bone Health.
The Fascinating Science: How Your Muscles Build Better Bones

Did you know that stronger muscles can help build stronger bones?

Muscles and bones are commonly viewed as two separate systems. However, the muscles and bones are actually two components of the same system called the musculoskeletal system. This system is woven together by connective tissue such as tendons, ligaments, and fascia.

So if you want to keep your bones strong and healthy, it is important to keep your muscles strong and healthy. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Exercise, Lifestyle and tagged osteoporosis, bone health, bones, exercise, muscle on April 12, 2019 by Institute for Better Bone Health.
Can This Popular Beverage Weaken Your Bones?

146 billion cups of coffee are consumed in the United States each year.

Coffee is loaded with polyphenol antioxidants and has been linked to a number of beneficial health effects, but does the caffeine in coffee cause bone degradation that can lead to an increased risk of fractures and falls? Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Lifestyle, Nutrition and tagged osteoporosis, bone health, bones, coffee, Wellness on July 22, 2018 by Institute for Better Bone Health.
Bone-Healthy Recipe: Roasted Yams with Honey Walnuts and Raisins

Celebrate the holidays with this bright side dish that's good for your bones. Recipe for Roasted Yams with Honey Walnuts and Raisins.

This entry was posted in Nutrition and tagged bones, recipe, yams, Thanksgiving on November 19, 2014 by Institute for Better Bone Health.
Bone Health Q & A: Vitamin K2 Supplements

“I’m thinking about re-starting vitamin K2 supplements, and wondered which form you recommend (MK4 or 7 or both)? I have trouble with the MK7 causing heart palpitations, so I was only able to take a low dose every couple of days (used the LEF K complex) and that was a bit too strong. The other problem was the cost of it and it’s short half-life. I know that many studies show the importance of K2 but I was never able to determine if both should be taken and how to avoid the heart problems I have.”

- Pam F. via email

First, let’s quickly recap why vitamin K, and specifically vitamin K2, is recognized as an essential bone health supplement nutrient today:For bone health, more than 109 mg a day of Vitamin K is associated with improved bone density and lower risks of fracture - even in people with already low bone density.

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