While certain factors can increase one’s risk for Osteoporosis, there are some measures that all women can take to help prevent the development of Osteoporosis.
Weight-bearing exercises and muscle-strengthening exercises can help women increase bone mass before menopause and slow bone loss after menopause because bones are strengthened when muscles pull on them.
In addition, it’s important that women get enough Calcium. Calcium helps slow the rate of bone loss. It can be obtained by eating foods that are rich in Calcium and through Calcium supplements, if necessary.
Vitamin D is necessary to ensure that Calcium is adequately absorbed and incorporated into your bones. Vitamin D can be obtained through your diet (particularly certain kinds of fish) and is activated in the skin by sun light. In general, adults should obtain 1000 units of Vitamin D daily. Vitamin D supplements and/or therapy might be recommended for individuals who are not getting an adequate amount.
