Last week, Osteoporosis Canada heard a news story that suggested that there is an increased risk of developing osteonecrosis of bone if you are taking a bisphosphonate medication for osteoporosis. […]

PARATHYROID HORMONE (PTH) A new class of osteoporosis treatments called bone formation agents Parathyroid hormone analogues belong to a class of osteoporosis medications which can promote bone growth. In Canada, […]

It is well known that calcium is a necessary nutrient because it plays an essential role in human health, not only for bone development but also for the heart, muscle […]

Work with us Careers Osteoporosis Canada (OC), a registered charity, is the only national organization providing services to people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. OC is a […]

Advocate Educate, empower and support In keeping with our mission to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, Osteoporosis Canada communicates concerns about various […]

DIAGNOSIS The importance of a comprehensive fracture risk assessment Insist on Assessment Osteoporosis often goes undiagnosed until a bone fractures, and is therefore commonly referred to as “the silent thief”. […]

VITAMIN D Vitamin D, the “sunshine vitamin,” is produced when the sun’s rays interact with our skin. It helps build stronger bones by increasing the absorption of calcium. It also […]

Medical Conditions that can Cause Bone Loss, Falls and/or Fractures A variety of diseases or conditions can increase bone loss and/or fall risk. Some of the more common examples are […]

Ingredients   Preparation * Preparing Dried Chickpeas Rinse chickpeas and remove any shrivelled or broken chickpeas (look them over). Step 1: Soaking Soak chickpeas for 12 hours or overnight and […]