What Can You Do To Prevent Osteoporosis

One of the most serious threats that the elderly face usually goes unnoticed at the initial stages: Osteoporosis.

What makes Osteoporosis so dangerous is the fact that there are no observable signs or symptoms when it begins to affect the bones. Osteoporosis is a skeletal condition in which the bone density begins to gradually decrease. This makes the bones weak and prone to fracture at even a minor accident. Thus, while Osteoporosis in itself does not cause any discomfort, it sets the stage for debilitating fractures. 

What should you do?

Some degree of bone loss is natural in old age. But Osteoporosis is by no means natural. Like any other problem, you can plan for it. Moreover, making some simple changes to your lifestyle and diet can help ensure that you can stay free from Osteoporosis even in your advanced years!

Preventing Osteoporosis – 4 Stage plan

1. Get calcium and vitamin D: Your body cannot produce these 2 vital nutrients and so depend on the food you eat. Calcium is used to build and maintain bone structure while vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium efficiently. Good sources of calcium include low-fat dairy products and fruit juices with added calcium. Egg yolks, saltwater fish and milk are rich sources of Vitamin D. 

2. Exercise regularly: No one is asking you to “slog” in the gym. However, you should know that bones become stronger with exercise. The best exercises for healthy bones are strength-building and weight-bearing, such as walking, jogging or skipping rope. You should try to get 30 minutes of exercise each day to reduce the risk of Osteoporosis. 

3. Maintain a healthy lifestyle: Smoking and drinking alcohol results in deterioration of bone health and heightens the risk of Osteoporosis. Hence, lead a healthy lifestyle by avoiding these bad habits. 

4. Talk to your doctor: Go over your risk factors with a specialist doctor and ask if you should get a bone density test. Your doctor can help you take the necessary steps to prevent bone loss due to Osteoporosis.

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

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