Good-for-Your-Bones Foods More Examples of Bone Healthy Food Recent research suggests that olive oil, soy beans, blueberries and foods rich in omega-3s, like fish oil and flaxseed oil may also have bone boosting benefits. This research is far from conclusive so we donāt really know if these foods contribute directly to bone health. Ā But the… Read more »
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Medicines for Prevention and Treatment
Although there is no cure for osteoporosis, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved medicines to prevent, slow, or stop its progress. Taking a prescribed osteoporosis medicine, along with getting enough calcium, vitamin D and regular exercise, can help reduce the risk of broken bones (also called fractures) due to osteoporosis. Special Note:… Read more »
Press/Media Kit
For Press Inquiries Please Contact: Carina May 703-740-1764 cmay@bonehealthandosteoporosis.org Press & Media Resources The National Osteoporosis Foundation is Now the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Ā» On October 20, 2021, theĀ National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) changed its name to the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF). BHOFĀ and ASPC Calcium Position Statement Electronic Media KitĀ Ā» BHOF (formerly… Read more »
Building Awareness
Break Free from Osteoporosis Through BHOFās national awareness campaign ā Break Free from Osteoporosis ā weāre encouraging you to take action by learning your risk factors and changing your lifestyle to build strong bone for life. Break Free Materials Join us in encouraging others to Break Free from Osteoporosis and help us stop this disease… Read more »
BHOF Background
Founding and Milestones Since its founding in 1984, BHOF (formerly NOF, the National Osteoporosis Foundation) has made a direct and positive impact on the lives of men and women who are affected by osteoporosis, and has alerted the nation about this major threat to our public health. The Founding of the National Osteoporosis Foundation In… Read more »
Prevention
Healthy Bones, Build Them for LifeĀ® Osteoporosis and the broken bones it can cause are not part of normal aging. There is a lot you can do to protect your bones throughout your life. Youāre never too young or too old to improve the health of your bones. Osteoporosis prevention should begin in childhood. But… Read more »
General Facts
Bone Health Basics: Get the Facts When you think about staying healthy, you probably consider lifestyle changes to prevent conditions like cancer and heart disease. Keeping your bones healthy to prevent osteoporosis may not be at the top of your wellness list. But it should. Bone Basics Some people think of bones as hard and… Read more »
Clinical Exams
Medical History Your healthcare provider will ask questions to better understand your risk. Factors he or she may consider include: Your age Your gender Whether you have reached menopause (women) Your personal history of broken bones as an adult Your family history of broken bones and osteoporosis Your smoking or drinking habits Your diet, including… Read more »
Evaluation of Bone Health/Bone Density Testing
Bone Density Testing Are you a woman age 65 years or older, a man age 70 years or older, or have you broken a bone (had a fracture) since age 50 years? If you answered āyesā to any of these questions, you should talk to your healthcare provider about getting a bone density test. Read… Read more »
Treatment for Osteoporosis
There is no single āsilver bulletā remedy for osteoporosis. It takes a whole-person approach. Get enough dietary calcium, take vitamin D, participate in regular exercise, fall-proof at home, and avoid smoking and excess alcohol. If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or had a fracture from a fall at standing height, talk with your healthcare… Read more »