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Do Elderly benefit from Vitamin D supplements?

For elderly, whose sceletal strength weakens, can Vitamin D supplements slow down the degeneration of bones? I have found this source discussing which supplement works best, but it never established ...
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What happens if a regular person is given osteoporosis medication (Bisphosphonates)?

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and brittle, and lose mass/strength. So medication for osteoporosis increases bone mass and makes them stronger. My question is: what happens ...
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Is it true that broken bone will never recover/restore its previous strength?

Is it true that broken bone will never return to its former state and regain its previous strength. I don't mean that it will be overly weak and fragile. Is the statement that a healed bone has a ...
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