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Women’s Health
How do our bones get calcium and why do they need it?
Calcium doesn’t get much air time after childhood but the reality is we need plenty of calcium all our life for healthy bones. Here’s why…
How bones change as we age, and how to keep them strong
James Edwards, Associate Professor of the Oxford Skeletal Ageing and Regeneration Group at Oxford explains how bones change as we age
10 science-backed hacks to build healthy bones
It’s never too late to boost your bone health! Here are 10 science-backed ways you can help improve your strength and live younger, longer
Are vegetarians and vegans at risk of bone density loss?
Bone health is a greater concern for people eating a plant-based diet. Here’s the latest research and advice on keeping yours as healthy as possible
Why are women at greater risk of developing osteoporosis than men?
Women over 50 are more than three times more likely to suffer from osteoporosis than men. Here’s what science has to say, and how to protect yourself
6 common perimenopause myths, busted
A women’s health GP addresses the most common perimenopause myths – from the role of genetics to the efficacy of natural remedies
What to expect from your first perimenopause consult with your GP
Your doctor is your #1 ally in helping manage your symptoms. Here’s how they help test, treat and manage perimenopause
Three factors that impact when and how you’ll experience perimenopause
There are certain health and lifestyle factors that will influence your experience of perimenopause. An endocrinologist explains what they are
The one red flag women should never ignore when it comes to their health
Noticed a change in your cycle or the heaviness of your period? An endocrinologist explains what it could be, and what to do next…
