Children whose mothers took extra vitamin D during pregnancy continue to have stronger bones at age seven, according to new research led by the University of Southampton and University Hospital ...
Their bones contain more calcium and other minerals, making them stronger and less likely ... the beneficial effect on children's bones was similar at ages four and six to seven. Pregnant women in the ...
Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by decreased bone density and strength, leading to fragile, brittle bones that increase the risk of fractures, especially in the spine, hips and wrists.