The human skeleton — our internal framework that includes bones and cartilage — evolved over millions of years. It comprises ...

A fully developed adult human will typically have 206 bones in their body. These bones work well together and provide the rigid, yet mobile, structure that your body needs to perform everyday tasks.

The From Labs to Lives Blog provides clear, accessible explainers on everyday topics for which UC Davis has expertise. Each post is reviewed by faculty or subject-matter experts, ensuring readers get ...

Ever wonder what the strongest bone in your body is? Joe stopped by Jerry's For All Seasons to find out in this WHAM Cam.

BLOOM (TAMPA) – Debi Robinson, Functional Bone Health Expert, sits down with Gayle Guyardo, the host of Bloom, to emphasize the greater impact that systems in the body have on our bones, and what we ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Bone loss is a natural part of getting older, but prioritizing certain foods can help slow the process down. By Nikki Campo As we age, our bodies break down more bone tissue than they build. This can ...

Researchers in Brazil reviewed over 60 studies to explore how microplastics—plastic bits smaller than 5 millimeters—affect bone health. They found that these particles can stress and inflame bone ...

Magnesium is a mineral that plays an important role in many bodily functions, including bone health, blood pressure regulation, and muscle contractions. You can increase your magnesium levels by ...

Bone pain is pain or discomfort that starts in one or more of your body’s bones. There are many causes of bone pain, ranging from minor to serious. Identifying the underlying cause of bone pain is ...