It starts to steadily decline after 40—so start today.

The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday topics with UC Davis research. Each post is reviewed by our experts, ensuring you always get useful information you can trust. Bone density isn’t just ...

We tend to lose bone mass due to drops in hormone levels after menopause, increasing the risk of osteoporosis (weak and ...

Once a person loses bone density, they typically cannot regain it. However, they may be able to prevent further bone density loss through lifestyle adjustments, such as getting sufficient exercise, ...

Once bone density is lost, it cannot typically be rebuilt, but you may be able to prevent further loss. Calcium and vitamin D, along with exercise and managing medications, are important for bone ...