Finally, if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use too much caffeine you can increase your risk of developing osteoporosis. An ounce of prevention -A pound of cure Osteoporosis is a discouraging illness because it takes years to develop, and is very difficult to reverse, once established. Everyone knows that children need calcium in order to grow. With reduced ability to absorb calcium as one ages, intake should increase in order to offset a negative calcium balance. Low fat milk and milk products are the best sources of calcium.
Many women avoid dairy products for a variety of reasons.
Some find milk hard to digest, others don't appreciate the extra calories, or fat. Supplements are an alternative source of calcium, and some antacid tablets also contain calcium carbonate, the nutrient your body needs. If bones are not used they tend to become thinner. Lack of regular exercise is one of the factors of bone loss, so it makes sense to exercise regularly. A program that includes aerobic activity such as tennis or jogging, swimming, dancing and other forms of moderately vigorous exercise is recommended.