People whose genetic makeup triggers a later-than-average start to puberty have lower bone mineral density, especially in their lower spine. Because adolescence is a critical period for accruing bone, ...

To describe energy density (ED; kcal g −1) of dietary intake of European children. Health promotion strategies should proclaim lower ED diets by means of foods with high water and low fat content and ...

Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are recommended first-line treatment for all patients with persistent asthma (1). Systemic exposure to corticosteroids can suppress bone formation and increase bone ...

The researchers found that compared with placebo, gestational cholecalciferol supplementation resulted in significantly higher whole-body-less-head bone mineral content, bone mineral density, bone ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Exposure to higher concentrations of some types of PFAS was associated with BMD reductions in children and young ...

Philadelphia, November 19, 2025 – Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) revealed important genetic components that affect bone density in children and adolescents. This information ...

Researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have identified several genetic factors associated with low bone density in children and adolescents, findings that could lead to earlier ...

Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) revealed important genetic components that affect bone density in children and adolescents. This information could help identify pediatric ...

Calorie density is a measure of the calorie content of food relative to its weight or volume. It is also called energy density and is usually measured as calories per 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of food.

Supplementation with cholecalciferol during pregnancy was linked to increased bone mineral content, bone mineral density, and lean mass in offspring. HealthDay News — Supplementation with ...