What are some ways you can prevent osteoporosis?

Answer 1

To prevent osteoporosis you have to eat a healthy diet, get exercie, and dont smoke.

Consuming one or two alcoholic drinks per day reduces women's risk of developing brittle bones and osteoporosis, according to recent research.

One study examined the effects of alcohol using identical female twins, in which one twin drank very little and the other twin drank moderately (one or two drinks each day). Twins were used because they are genetic clones. Because they have the same genes and grew up in the same environment, it's easier to control for any other possible confounding factors.

Another study, The National Osteoporosis Risk Assessment, followed over 200,000 postmenopausal women who were seen at doctors' offices, with no previous diagnosis of osteoporosis.The study found that drinking alcohol, estrogen replacement therapy, and exercise each reduced chances of developing osteoporosis.

In a third study, researchers examined the evidence from 33 studies that met quality standards for inclusion in the analysis. They found that alcohol consumption

increased femoral neck bone density for each drink per day over the range of 0- 3 drinks per day,

reduced the risk for hip fracture with increasing quantities consumed, and

was generally associated with reduced bone loss over time, compared to abstention from alcohol.

On the other hand, the abuse of alcohol can increase the risk of developing osteoporosis. Moderation (one or two drinks of beer, wine, or liquor) per day is the key.

Answer 2

There have been some debate about this issue. For a long time calcium was seen as needed for good bone health. But later studies shows that calcium isn't the main source of good bone health. Vitamin D has been shown to decrease the risk of osteoporosis while estrogen has shown to increase the risk.

Answer 3

Eat lots of calcium and exercise while you are young. If you are already up in age then exercises mildly and try to maintain your muscular strength. one reason why more women have it than men is because of lack of exercise. Our bones are already smaller we must protect them. If you are lactose intolerant then try alternate ways of getting calcium like dark green vegetables, like spinage.

Answer 4

These are some of the ways to prevent osteoporosis: don't smoke cigarettes; do not drink too much alcohol; and exercise regularly. Also, take a calcium supplement everyday or ask your doctor about a prescription medication such as Boniva.

Answer 5

eat a healthy diet, take calcium supplements WITH vitamin D, exercise and include any form/intensity of weight lifting.

Answer 6

Clearly the best way is regular weight bearing exercise.

Getting enough vitamin D and caclium can help too.

Answer 7

You can prevent it by ensuring you take in enough vitamin D and calcium on a regular basis. Also, it is important to exercise at least a half hour a few times a week.

Answer 8

Osteoporosis can be prevented by not smoking, by having a diet rich in calcium and Vitamin D, by undertaking weight bearing exercises and by avoiding excessive alcohol.