Health Tip: Lower Your Risk for Osteoporosis

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(HealthDay News) -- Some risk factors for osteoporosis you can't control -- such as your age, heritage and family history of the brittle bones condition.

But the womenshealth.gov website says there are risk factors than you can control, including:

• Getting plenty of calcium in your diet each day.
• Getting plenty of daily vitamin D.
• Eating a healthy, balanced and nutrient-rich diet.
• Getting plenty of weight-bearing exercise.
• Avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol in moderation.
• Taking medication to reduce bone loss, if your doctor recommends it.

-- Diana Kohnle

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