Strong Bones

Health Tip: Vitamins and supplements are key components in maintaining strong bones & preventing osteoporosis and fractures. Calcium helps form new bone while Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption. Get 1,200 mg of calcium daily but only 500 mg at a time.  And consider a combination calcium & magnesium supplement in a 2:1 ratio.

Osteoporosis. It's the disease that causes bones to become thinner and more likely to break.  Women's bones are strongest at about age 35 but can become weaker with age. Menopausal women can lose bone density at a faster rate and osteoporosis can result. So exercise, eat calcium-rich foods and, if your doctor prescribes one, take a prescription medication.

Fractures. Osteoporosis can leave all bones, especially the spine, at risk for fracture. Spinal fractures cause pain and can result in a curved spine or Kyphosis, commonly known as 'dowager's back.'

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 News & Links

In The News
Bones To Blame for Aging Face
Exercise Won't Harm Aging Bones
Calcium An Important Factor in Daily Diet

Information Links
The National Osteoporosis Foundation
Spinal Fractures and Kyphosis
Help Prevent Fractures
News - WebMD.com & The Cleveland Clinic 
 

 Take A Pledge

Simple pledges to prevent osteoporosis
- I'll begin weight bearing exercises at least 3 times per week
- Why wait? Feel great!  I'll skip the elevator and walk up the stairs
- I'll begin taking a calcium & magnesium supplement everyday
- I'll talk to my doctor about my osteoporosis risk factors
- I'll tell a friend about osteoporosis risk factors and prevention tactics 

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