(Natural News) Osteoporosis refers to the weakening of the bones that makes them more prone to fractures. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, around 54 million Americans either already have this condition or low bone mass that puts them at risk of osteoporosis. While there are natural risk factors for this condition to watch out for, there […]

(Natural News) Rickets is a skeletal disorder caused by a deficiency of calcium, phosphate, and vitamin D — nutrients needed for the formation of healthy bones. As a result, children who suffer from rickets tend to have weak bones, abnormal growth, and problems with their skeletal structure. Recently, a rise in the number of rickets cases, […]

(Natural News) Calcium is a mineral that’s needed by the body for many things. Not only is it important for maintaining strong bones and teeth, but calcium is also required by other body parts to properly execute their functions. However, despite the many roles it plays, the amount of calcium the body needs is strictly regulated. Having too much […]

(Natural News) Recently, a rise in the number of rickets cases, especially among children from low-income families, has been reported. Rickets is a skeletal disorder associated with calcium, phosphate, and vitamin D deficiency. While poor nutrition may be a possible reason for the increase in rickets cases, a new study reveals that even some supplements cannot […]

(Natural News) Patients suffering from chronic kidney disease should take vitamin D supplements to improve their mineral intake and prevent complications, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research. An international team from India and the U.K. investigated whether taking in cholecalciferol – the most widely known form of vitamin D – can […]