Staying healthy and active -- and warding off osteoporosis -- are optimal goals for everyone as we age. Although you can’t change risk factors such as your family history and race, these simple steps can keep you fracture-free:
- Build strong bones with a nutritious diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, boron, magnesium, and zinc
- Begin a regular exercise program with weight-bearing exercises such as walking, biking, rowing, stair-climbing, tennis, and low-impact aerobics, plus exercises that strengthen the back and leg muscles
- Take estrogen after menopause to prevent bone loss
- Quit smoking
- Avoid heavy consumption of alcohol
- Educate yourself about medications known to increase your risk, such as corticosteroids and antacids containing aluminum
- Be aware of medical problems that can increase risk, such as rheumatoid arthritis, chronic lung disease, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, and some intestinal problems
Staying healthy and active -- and warding off osteoporosis -- are
optimal goals for everyone as we age. Although you can’t change
risk factors such as your family history and race, these simple
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Debra Fulghum Bruce PhD answered:Staying healthy and active -- and warding off osteoporosis -- are optimal goals for everyone as we age. Although you can’t change risk factors such as your family history and race, these simple steps can keep you fracture-free:
Staying healthy and active -- and warding off osteoporosis -- are optimal goals for everyone as we age. Although you can’t change risk factors such as your family history and race, these simple steps can keep you fracture-free: Build... More
