Sentences with phrase «weakening bones as»

«Most adults have the problem of weakening bones as they grow older.

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New research suggests that regular consumption of chocolate may weaken bone density and strength, which in turn could increase the risk of health problems such as osteoporosis and fracture.

A seemingly small injury, such as a hairline fracture, may feel like more of an annoyance to the athlete, but overusing the leg by continuing to participate in the sport may result in the fracture getting bigger and the bone weakening.

As the body ages, sometimes bones lose the ability to rebuild themselves fast enough to keep pace with the normal process of deterioration, and the skeleton weakens.

During the 10 - year follow - up, the bone density of all study participants weakened by an average of 4 %; however, the difference between the satisfied and the unsatisfied was as much as 52 %.

Anyone prescribed steroids such as cortisone for arthritis and other autoimmune conditions has probably been warned by the doctor that the drugs can weaken bones.

Regular weight - bearing exercise such as walking, running and weight - lifting can help counteract the bone weakening that comes with aging, and strong bones release a hormone called osteocalcin.

This can have detrimental effects on the animals, and may cause weakened joints as the animal grows before its bones have had time to adapt, leading to a life of pain and suffering.

As a consequence, the calcium loss weakens bones, putting them at greater risk of fracture.

While stress fractures are associated with running, «they can also be caused by regular force, if the bones are weakened by other problems, such as osteoporosis or another systematic problem like an eating disorder,» adds Dr. Lockwood.

As connecting bones begin to rub together, they weaken and cause pain and loss of mobility.

Minerals are essential to so many of the body's functions and lack of minerals can lead to health issues such as constipation, weakened bones, and tooth decay.

«First, cells known as osteoclasts remove old, weakened bone,» explains Andrea Singer, MD, clinical director of the NOF.

These tissues, such as the arteries, joints, bones and muscles, are weakened by the replacement process.

And as bones weaken, you might lose height.

Estrogen protects the hair follicles and skin so lower estrogen - to - testosterone ratios may trigger hair loss, as well as weaken your bones and contribute to heart disease.

The adults had problems too such as excessive cavities, weakened jaw bones and gum issues.

These include its suppressive effect on the immune system and increased risk of infection, to thinning / weakening of the bones, ligaments and skin, as well as weight gain, excessive thirst, urination and appetite.

Chronic overexposure to fluoride can result in weakened bones or abnormal bone growths as well as chronic gastric disorders.

Age influences the way your body operates, and as you get older, your bones start to thin and weaken.

As you weaken a monster it will take visible damage, break bones, lose limbs, and eventually try to limp away.