Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - How to prevent?

Thankfully, there are several ways to prevent osteoporosis:

Get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet
It is recommended that you take about 1000 – 1200mg of calcium and 800 international units of vitamin D each day. These includes calcium and vitamin D that are naturally present in food and drinks, and also those in supplements.
Exercise
Weight-bearing exercises such as walking, jogging, or climbing stairs help to prevent osteoporosis. Also, exercise in general helps to strengthen muscles and avoid falls.
Stop smoking
Avoid heavy alcohol intake

Osteoporosis - Preparing for surgery

Osteoporosis - Post-surgery care

Osteoporosis - Other Information

Article contributed by Endocrinology, Singapore General Hospital

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