Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. Bone strength ...

Magnesium and phosphorus might not make headlines like calcium or iron, but these unsung heroes perform countless vital functions throughout your body every day. These minerals work tirelessly behind ...

Scientists have succeeded in regenerating bone, cartilage, and muscle using stem cells, marking advancement toward practical ...

Obstructive sleep apnea not only causes disordered breathing and daytime fatigue, but weak muscles and increased fracture ...

Doctors examine the spine and other bones of a patient. This article is part of a broad series on recent advances in the science and medicine of longevity and aging. The series covers a range of ...

Aging and limited physical activity, as well as the use of novel weight loss drugs such as Wegovy and Zepbound, often lead to the simultaneous loss of muscle mass and bone density. Medications are ...

These findings suggest that collagen peptides (especially in combination with vitamin D, and calcium) may play a valuable ...

What if you could easily test the strength of your bones and muscle functionality at home, instead of undergoing expensive tests at the doctor’s office? Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have developed ...

From adolescence to menopause, dairy foods like milk, yogurt, and cheese supply key nutrients that help women build strong bones, maintain muscle, and support overall health.

Higher muscular fitness, measured through handgrip strength and muscle power, was strongly associated with higher bone mineral content and areal bone mineral density across multiple skeletal regions ...