WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Our bones are strongest at about age 30, but once you reach 65, your chances of getting osteoporosis are much greater. Osteoporosis causes bones to weaken and become brittle.

Pregnancies do not weaken a woman's skeleton. Breastfeeding, however, can reduce bone density considerably. These are ...

Weight-bearing exercises can help increase your bone density, which measures how strong your bones are, to help reduce your ...

Contrary to decades of advice, older women should be doing harder exercises to protect their bones; young women can prevent osteoporosis by beginning in their 30s. Olympic skier, Lindsey Vonn, the ...

The From Labs to Lives Blog provides clear, accessible explainers on everyday topics for which UC Davis has expertise. Each post is reviewed by faculty or subject-matter experts, ensuring readers get ...

Bone health may not be something you think about every day, but it's silently working behind the scenes to keep you strong and supported from the inside out. Below, experts explain why it’s important ...