Bones may seem solid and unchanging, but they are living tissue that is constantly renewed. Calcium is one of the key minerals involved in this process and plays an important role in supporting bone health. Most of the body’s calcium is stored in the bones and teeth. A smaller amount circulates in the blood, where it supports muscle contraction, nerve signalling, and heart rhythm. When blood calcium levels are low, the body may draw calcium from bone stores to maintain balanc

Bone health depends on more than calcium intake alone. Bones are living tissue that go through a continuous process of breakdown and renewal. Hormones help regulate this process and may affect bone strength over time. Hormonal changes are especially relevant in mid-life and later adulthood, when changes in oestrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormones, parathyroid hormone, or cortisol may influence bone density and fracture risk. At Cedar Endocrine Clinic, located at Mount Elizab

As we age, maintaining strong and healthy bones becomes increasingly vital to preserving mobility, independence, and quality of life....