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… a bone fractures.To prevent fractures related to osteoporosis, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends bone density screening for women age 65 and older. Healthcare providers may also screen postmenopausal women under 65 …
… people with lupus, including treatments that can affect how well you absorb calcium. Research also shows that women who have lupus are five times more likely to have osteoporosis-related bone fractures.But dairy foods …
… body fat percentage in the range of 14% to 24% for men and 21% to 31% for women, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Women tend to have higher body fat percentages due …
… condition that can irreversibly damage your child’s nervous system, brain and other organs. In addition to health problems, elevated levels of lead can cause learning disabilities and behavior problems that affect a child’s …
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… are the most common cause of infertility. They occur in about 20% of the 6.1 million women in the U.S. ages 16 to 44, who have difficulty getting or staying pregnant.One of …
… your hip and its many bursae. Typically, the bursae cushioning the outward portion of your upper thigh bone are affected.Odds are good that you do something that puts you at risk of developing bursitis …
Vitamin A is important for visual health. It also contributes to healthy skin and hair and boosts your immunity. If you’re not getting enough, you can develop symptoms like night blindness, dry, scaly skin …
Of all your body’s organs, your liver takes the biggest hit when it comes to alcohol. Even if your relationship with drinking consists of occasional social drinking with friends or occasionally over-indulging in …
Some actors seem to stay eternally young — or if they do age, it’s with stately grace.But you don’t have to be a movie star with a fancy car to feel good as …
Your metabolism affects more than your girth, says family medicine physician Daniel Allan, MD. A basic metabolic panel (BMP) shows how well your body keeps all systems humming.Here’s what you need to know …
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