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08/13/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Vitamin D can prevent hip fractures in older adults by making their muscles stronger
Vitamin D is a fairly well-known vitamin, thanks largely to its association with calcium. More studies are coming out proving its benefits in building stronger bones. One such study detailed how vitamin D intake can help elderly people avoid hip fractures, thereby protecting them from injury and helping improve their quality of life. The study […]
06/13/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Older patients can still maintain their mobility if they take proper calcium and vitamin D supplements
As one gets older and the body becomes frailer, the risk of falls and having fractured hips increases. A randomized trial conducted in France proved that calcium and vitamin D can help older adults develop stronger bones and thus, become more resistant to fractures caused by accidents. The subjects of the trial were older women […]
08/14/2017
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By Russel Davis
Maintaining muscle mass as you age requires consuming protein at least three times throughout the day
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition revealed that consuming an even amount of protein three times daily may help maintain muscle strength in older men and women. As part of the study, a team of researchers at the McGill University in Montreal examined 827 men and 914 women aged between 67 and 84 over a study […]
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