Certain medications and medical conditions. Prevention should be everyone's goal. Begin in the early years. Eat a healthful diet, particularly with and adequate calcium intake, do not smoke cigarettes and limit alcohol consumption. Exercise strengthens muscles and improves balance and coordination and reduces the chances of falling and fracturing a bone.
Regular exercise is necessary at any age for healthy bones.
It is especially important during adolescence and early adulthood when bone formation occurs at a rapid rate. Since peak bone mass is reached between ages 25 and 35, starting an exercise program early is essential. You can order FREE copies of HealthConnection or read it from our website.