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Osteoporosis – What You Must Know
On the occasion of World Osteoporosis Day, let us join hands to prevent and fight this prevalent disease with awareness and discipline.
by Simmy Mishra - October 17, 2011

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that occurs when the bones grow porous and weak. This increases their vulnerability to fractures and in some cases also results in premature death.

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POSTED February 8, 2010 - 16:57 | POSTED BY Kangna Agarwal

Beer may promote bone health

New York, February 8 -- Drink beer for strong bones! New research suggests that a regular pint of the beverage may help strengthen bones, thus cutting down the chances of developing bone thinning diseases such as osteoporosis.

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Findings of the study suggest that beer contains dietary silicon, a key supplement that helps in enhancing bone mineral density.

Details of the study
To come up with this finding, researchers from the University of California tested 100 commercial beers, and their production methods.

Silicon is present in soluble form in beer, orthosilicic acid (OSA), which makes it easier to be absorbed by the body.

Diseases: 
Osteoporosis
POSTED January 31, 2010 - 12:22 | POSTED BY Jyoti Pal

Grandfathers responsible for weak bones in grandchildren: Study

Sweden, January 31 -- If the findings of a new study are anything to go by, weak bones have their genesis in genetics.

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The researchers from the Sahlgrenska Academy of the University of Gothenburg have found a correlation between hip fractures in grandfathers and low bone density and reduced bone size in their grandsons.

The findings of the study could pave way for better diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and also encourage medical professionals to take into account the family history of the patient while gauging his bone strength.

First-of-its kind study
For the purpose of the study, researchers analyzed 3,700 grandparents and their grandsons.

Diseases: 
Osteoporosis
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