Bones are changing all the time. Normally, the body balances bone degradation with new bone formation. As we get older, this process changes and over time we experience bone loss. If the loss in bone density and quality is great, then we refer to this as osteoporosis. It usually progresses silently and without symptoms until a fracture occurs.
There are many different types of flu (or influenza) viruses. Three kinds of flu viruses are common among people today: Influenza A (H1N1) viruses, influenza A (H3N2) viruses, and influenza B viruses. Each year, scientists work together to decide which three (or four) strains of virus to include in the seasonal influenza vaccine. The World Health Organization will make recommendations to help countries decide which strains they should include in their annual flu vaccine.
Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland located in the brain. The pineal gland senses light. In the absence of light, the body will produce more melatonin; while light will decrease melatonin production and start the waking process.
There is more to preventing osteoporosis and bone fractures than calcium supplements, but that’s as good a place to start as any. There are so many different types of calcium out there. Which one is right for me?