The scientists from Keio University in Tokyo claim that vitamin E supplements can weaken the bones. According to the BBC, their conclusion is based on the experiments with mice. Full story

Deep wrinkles may be a sign of increased bone fragility and osteoporosis. It has been stated by a group of scientists from Yale University (USA). Full story

A number of studies showed that green tea extract has positive effect on the cardiovascular system in adults and prevents fatty deposits from building up in the liver. However, some scientists recently discovered that green tea weakens bones. Full story

Scientist from the Sydney's Garvan Institute of Medical Research found out that vegetarians have weaker bones. During the study they examined bone strength in 2700 people. The results showed that vegetarians' bone density is 5% lower than in that other people. Full story

The scientists at the University of Utah have created a synthetic version of superglue which is produced naturally by the sea worms called Phragmatopoma californica. It might be possible to repair fractured human bones with its help. The worms Phragmatopoma californica inhabit the ocean floor along the California coast. They build “castles” using sand and shattered sea shells, sticking them together with their special glue. The glue hardens in 30 seconds after a worm produces it. Usually these worms build their sandcastles close to each other. This results in big colonies like coral reefs which are also stuck together with the glue. Full story