Likewise, calcium didn't strengthen bones in sedentary persons. About half of all women over the age of 50 and a third of men over 75 will get osteoporosis, a progressive decrease in bone density that can cause back pain, fractures and the stooped posture called dowager's hump. Fully preventing this disease may not be possible. But experts agree that the more calcium a woman has in her skeleton before menopause, the less her risk of developing serious osteoporosis. Most women who are trying to prevent osteoporosis need to take calcium in tablet form.
Many preparations are available.
Speak with your physician about which is best for you. Exercise regularly Bone density can be increased through weight bearing exercises, such as walking, tennis, weight lifting and stair climbing. Exercise that doesn't involve weight bearing, such as swimming, does not appear to increase bone density, but may have other health benefits. Consider hormone therapy Estrogen maintains bone density in women. This is why bone density begins decreasing more rapidly at menopause, when the body's natural estrogen supply diminishes.