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Simple, evidence-based habits that make a real difference — at any age Protecting your bones during and after menopause doesn't have to be complicated. Experts from both Healthy Bones Australia and the Australasian Menopause Society agree: three things make the biggest difference. Calcium, vitamin D, and exercise. Here's what you actually need to know about each one. CALCIUM Aim for 1,300 mg per day if you're menopausal and 1000mg per day if you’re still having periods. That

When people talk about menopause, they usually mention hot flushes, sleep problems, or mood changes. But one of the biggest things happening during menopause is completely invisible — bone loss. Here's the thing: oestrogen isn't just a reproductive hormone. It's also a key protector of bone strength. All through your life, your bones are constantly breaking down and rebuilding themselves — it's a normal process known as bone turnover. Oestrogen helps keep that balance in ch