So you enjoy a glass of wine or two with dinner, the occasional cold beer with friends, or a fancy cocktail at social gatheringsā¦Ā But have you ever wondered how alcohol might affect your bone health?Ā After all, research shows that once you hit age 40, you lose about 1% of your bone density a [ā¦]
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Scientists may have found some clues to help answer an age-old question: Ā What has a more positive impact on bones, diet or exercise? Perhaps youāve heard evidence for both these important habits. But a new University of Michigan (U-M) study got closer to a final answer. To get this answer, researchers had to determine what [ā¦]
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Did you know stroke is a risk factor for falls, fractures, and even osteoporosis? Itās true! Research shows youāre 4x more likely to suffer a fracture in the year after a stroke than your average person. And another study found patients lost up to 14% hip bone density in the year after stroke! Now, if [ā¦]
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Yes, low bone density can potentially lead to a fracture. But thereās another factor that can increase fracture risk by more than 10 times! Itās something called āpostural sway.ā Below, Iāll explain what that is, how a new study shows itās something to be concerned about, and ā the good news! ā what you can [ā¦]
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Growing older almost always comes with physical difficulties. When those challenges arise, many seniors lean on non-medical home care providers. Caregivers help seniors live more comfortably, manage existing conditions, and limit the risk of injury or illness related to their physical concerns.Ā How Home Care Can Help 6 Common Physical Difficulties At Visiting Angels, our home [ā¦]
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