Bone Health Blog
On this page you will find regular posts by a team of experts, discussing issues relevant to you and your family. Bone health information is explained and presented here in an understandable, down-to-earth and accessible way, with useful info, tips and tricks to help decipher the huge amount of information available about this subject. Follow the contributions of a particular author by clicking onto their profile or simply view the most recent posts below.
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George Thouas
Biomedical Senior Scientist
Dr Tom Van Wunnik
COBURG NATURAL THERAPIES CENTRE
Recent Posts
Why is exercise good for bone health?
Written by George Thouas. Posted on June 27, 2016.
We’ve heard for years now about the health benefits of moderate exercise, especially in our later years. But in the case of bone condition, this is actually true. There is actually more to bones than just a mechanical framework for our bodies allowing us to move, breathe and do stuff. Without going into the biological intricacies, here are some interesting facts to think about.Click to read full postThings you didn’t know about vitamin D
Written by George Thouas. Posted on June 24, 2016.
Okay, so you’ve heard the usual facts. Vitamin D is good for healthy bones and teeth, and you need calcium as well, you get it from sunlight and fish, and it might improve your mood. It is even good for expecting mums and baby health. Well, this is all true. But biologically, Vitamin D does a whole lot more. Here, we explore in a bit more depth the lesser known ...Click to read full post5 Facts About Bones That Will Impress Your Friends
Written by Dr Tom Van Wunnik. Posted on June 24, 2016.
1. Bones are mostly made of a hard mineral called calcium phosphate. A thick layer surrounds the inner matrix that the marrow calls home.Click to read full post
Why is exercise good for bone health?
Written by George Thouas. Posted on June 27, 2016.We’ve heard for years now about the health benefits of moderate exercise, especially in our later years. But in the case of bone condition, this is actually true. There is actually more to bones than just a mechanical framework for our bodies allowing us to move, breathe and do stuff. Without ...Click to read full postThings you didn’t know about vitamin D
Written by George Thouas. Posted on June 24, 2016.Okay, so you’ve heard the usual facts. Vitamin D is good for healthy bones and teeth, and you need calcium as well, you get it from sunlight and fish, and it might improve your mood. It is even good for expecting mums and baby health. Well, this is all true. ...Click to read full post5 Facts About Bones That Will Impress Your Friends
Written by Dr Tom Van Wunnik. Posted on June 24, 2016.1. Bones are mostly made of a hard mineral called calcium phosphate. A thick layer surrounds the inner matrix that the marrow calls home.Click to read full post