The American Chiropractic Association says that an estimated 20 million American women suffer from osteoporosis, and 80 percent of them don't even know it.
Older people can suffer disability and even death from osteoporosis-related fractures.
Alarmingly, one in two women and one in eight men will suffer from an osteoporosis-related fracture in his or her lifetime. It is never too soon to take osteoporosis seriously, since much of our future strength is predicated on the amount of activity we engage in as children. By heeding the following tips and advice recommended by the American Chiropractic Association, Americans, young and old can adjust their lifestyles to avoid this brittle bone disease. Walking, skipping rope, jogging, playing racquet sports, swimming and aerobics are all helpful in reducing the risk of osteoporosis. These types of weight-bearing activity for 20 minutes, three times a week, are helpful.