New Research Finds Vitamin D and Calcium Supplements Can Reduce Fracture Risk

Calcium and vitamin D have long been linked to strong bones; calcium is a component of bones, and vitamin D is required for our bodies to absorb enough calcium. Although most experts agree that both nutrients are important for bone health, it's unclear if taking supplements of one or both nutrients is useful in avoiding osteoporosis-related fractures, or brittle, fragile bones with low bone mass.

A new study discovered that taking vitamin D and calcium supplements together significantly reduced fracture risk, however supplementing with vitamin D alone had no effect. This meta-analysis of previous data on vitamin D and calcium with fracture risk offers some fresh insights.

Although vitamin D supplementation alone did not appear to lower fracture risk, combining vitamin D with calcium appears to have a synergistic impact. The combination treatment with calcium and vitamin D reduced the incidence of hip fracture by 16%. Subgroup analysis revealed that the effects of combined vitamin D and calcium treatment were stronger among those at high risk of fractures, such as patients with low vitamin D levels or nursing home residents, where combination treatment reduced the risk of hip fracture by one-third.

Recommendations for Reducing Fracture Risk

A well-balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D is beneficial and important for bone health, and other lifestyle changes have been demonstrated to minimize the incidence of falls and enhance bone health.

Getting roughly 150 minutes of exercise each week, as well as gait, balance, and functional training, can help minimize falls. "Resistance training is also essential," he says.

Make sure your home is clean of clutter, with no throw rugs or cords to trip over.

Mobility Aids It has been discovered that using a walker or cane and remembering to use it can assist reduce falls.

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