Probiotics stop menopause-like bone loss in mice

Microbes + immune cells drive effects of hormone deprivation.Probiotic supplements protected female mice from the loss of bone density that occurs after having their ovaries removed, researchers…

Resveratrol boosts spinal bone density in men with metabolic syndrome

Resveratrol, a natural compound found in red wine and grapes, increased spinal bone density in men with metabolic syndrome and could hold promise as a treatment for osteoporosis, according to a new…

Before you start bone-building meds, try dietary calcium and supplements, experts urge

Has a bone density scan placed you at risk for osteoporosis, leading your doctor to prescribe a widely advertised bone-building medication? Not so fast! A new study finds that an effective first course of action is increasing dietary calcium and vitamin D or taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.