Imagine having both weak bones and diabetes. Sadly, this is a reality for many. In a recent study, scientists found out that a lot of people with diabetes also have osteoporosis, a condition that makes bones brittle.
After looking at 21 studies, the researchers found that about 28% of people with type 2 diabetes also have osteoporosis.
This means that more than 1 in 4 of these individuals have easily breakable bones. The chance of having osteoporosis is higher for older people, women, and those who are obese.
- Age: People under 60 had a 19% chance, while older ones had almost a 30% chance.
- Gender: Women with diabetes had a higher chance than men.
- Weight: Those who were obese had a 32% chance, slightly higher than those who weren’t obese.
Why It Matters
This study shows a clear connection between diabetes and weak bones. It tells us that people with diabetes should also check for osteoporosis. Catching and treating it early can prevent serious injuries.
More Info to Explore There’s a lot more to know about diabetes and bone health:
- For diabetes: Find out how to control type 2 diabetes and how certain foods, like avocados, might help.
- For bones: Learn about the role of vitamin K and how some vitamins can prevent bone breaks.
To learn more about this specific study, you can check out the paper in BMC Endocrine Disorders by Xueying Liu and her team.
If you care about bone health, please read studies about vitamin K deficiency linked to hip fractures in old people, and these vitamins could help reduce bone fracture risk.
For more information about health, please see recent studies that Krill oil could improve muscle health in older people, and eating yogurt linked to lower frailty in older people.
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