The major cause of bone loss in women is decline in the production of estrogen.
Men also develop osteoporosis but at a later age.
Their bones are typically denser, and the low level of estrogen they produce remains constant. Bone loss in men is more related to underlying diseases and the decline of testosterone. If you maximize bone density during youth and maintain it during midlife, you ll slow the loss of bone in later years. When osteoporosis does develop, it is critical to seek quality medical care. This can reduce the risk of spontaneous or accidental hip fracture, which is the 12th leading cause of death in postmenopausal women and a major disabler of the elderly.