Talk with your doctor to find out which treatments are best for you. Here are some ways you can help keep your bones healthy. Get enough calcium. Calcium builds strong bones. You also can eat foods that have calcium added to them such as orange juice and cereals.
Many women take calcium pills to make sure they get enough calcium.
Talk to your doctor about what is the right amount of calcium for you to get every day. Exercise is very important for good health and strong bones. Some of the best exercises for your bones are called weight-bearing exercises. Walking, running, dancing, climbing stairs, or using weights in a gym are all examples of weight-bearing exercise. Talk with your doctor about what kind and how much exercise is best for you.