As you age your body does not absorb calcium as efficiently as it did when you were younger, therefore the National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends that all adults over the age of 65 get 1500 mg of calcium and 400-600 units of vitamin D daily. However, if you are younger, dietary calcium is better because calcium is better absorbed this way than through supplements. If that doesn't work then you might consider adding supplements such as Tums Ultra, Viactiv chocolate chews, or CalBurst soft chews from Nature Made to your diet. These supplements are available at stores such as Wal-Mart, Walgreens, or Rite Aid. Another added benefit of these supplements is that children who either cannot or will not drink milk do not object to eating them.
Exercise is another important factor in both the prevention and control of osteoporosis.
However, not all forms of exercise are created equal. It is weight bearing exercise that is needed here because it stimulates bone growth. Some of the recommended activities include walking, hiking, stair climbing, jogging, skiing, aerobic dancing, weight training, or water aerobics. And you need to spend 45 minutes to an hour at least 4 times a week at your chosen activity. The best way to control the onset of osteoporosis is to prevent it in the first place.