Smoking And Bone Health: How Does Smoking Impact Your Bones? Doctor Talks

Smoking And Bone Health: How Does Smoking Impact Your Bones? Doctor Talks

Everyone is aware of the warning on cigarette packets, “Smoking is injurious to health”. Smoking represents a major public health problem, and physicians are willing to help others quit. It also has a detrimental effect on bone health. Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals (the main one being nicotine) and inhalation reduces lung capacity, … Read more

Understanding How Obesity Can Impact Your Bone and Joint Health

Understanding How Obesity Can Impact Your Bone and Joint Health

Obesity is a condition in which a person has high levels of body fat or an unhealthy distribution of body fat. Obesity not only challenges physical activity, but also increases the risk of numerous health complications. In addition, excess body fat puts stress on the body’s joints and multiple organs. It causes various changes in … Read more