Researchers at Yale University School of Medicine recently found that women with more severe facial wrinkles also tend to have lower bone density than their counterparts with smoother skin.
The team of scientists examined the health data and skin texture of 114 post-menopausal women in their 40s and 50s. The participants were less than three years into menopause and none were on hormone therapy during the trial.
"This information may allow for the possibility of identifying postmenopausal women at fracture risk at a glance, without dependence on costly tests," said lead author Lubna Pal, M.D.
The results showed that women with smoother skin tended to have stronger bones, while those with multiple deep wrinkles had lower bone density - even after taking into account age, body composition and other factors that have been known to relate to bone density. Moreover, skin texture appeared to correlate with bone strength in all skeletal sites.
Results of this study suggest that women who struggle with wrinkles may want to consider getting a bone density test. Additionally, skin care products for black women could help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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