With summer rapidly approaching, there are many farmers markets in and around Pittsburgh to take advantage of. Farmers markets offer an abundance of fresh produce available, including plenty of foods known to help fight inflammation.

Osteoporosis is a “silent disease.” Most people don’t know they have it until a painful fracture occurs. Osteoporosis causes 2 million broken bones each year, and 1 out of 2 women (and 1 out of 4 men) will break a bone due to osteoporosis. It is important to take action before a fracture occurs. 

Eating for sports doesn’t take special diets or supplements. It’s all about making sure you get the right foods and nutrients into your body, in the right amounts, at the right times.

When it comes to bone and joint health, one of the best ways to keep your joints healthy and pain free is to keep them moving. Luckily, the weather is warming up for good outdoor walking and hiking conditions in the Pittsburgh region. Here are 7 great parks to find easy walking trails in the ‘Burgh. 

When we think about staying healthy, we often focus on heart health, eating well, and getting enough exercise. But bone and joint health? That part of the body often gets forgotten. Our bones and joints are essential to nearly everything we do—from walking and running to sitting down and standing back up.

You probably know that a bowl of oatmeal topped with berries is a better breakfast choice than sugary cereal. But did you know that your diet also affects how your body feels? Some foods can trigger inflammation—a common cause of pain—while others help fight it.

Most women associate menopause with hot flashes, anxiety, and sleep disturbances; however, a lesser-known side—the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause (MSM)—affects 70% of midlife women.

Smoking is well known for harming your lungs and heart, but did you know it also weakens your bones and joints? From increasing the risk of fractures to slowing down healing after surgery, smoking can have a serious impact on your skeletal system. Let’s take a closer look at how tobacco use affects your bones and joints.

While falls may seem like an inevitable part of life and aging, they don’t have to be. In fact, they shouldn’t be. Each year, over 3 million adults are treated for serious fall-related injuries, making it essential to know how to fall-proof both yourself and your environment. By learning how to prevent falls and properly prepare your body, you can live with confidence—without the fear of falling.

Staying active can feel like an uphill battle. Movement doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. When planning your movement and exercise, think of the Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls. It moves along slowly but surely. Use the acronym MIST to help you remember tips to stay active and healthy!

We’ve all been told to drink milk to build strong bones, but why? Bone is a living tissue that can build and repair itself throughout life, and minerals like calcium keep bones strong.