Lowered levels of activity generally lead to faster bone deterioration. Your eyes are actually a very important weapon in the fight against osteoporosis. Vision is directly related to the risk of falls, and falling increases the risk of bone fracture. There are many ways to prevent the onset of osteoporosis, and the sooner you start, the better. Generally, doctors recommend 1,200 to 1,500 milligrams of calcium a day, which amounts to roughly three servings of dairy.
Smokers tend to have earlier menopause, leading to lower estrogen levels in later life.
In fact, smokers increase their risk by roughly 60 percent. Drinking also increases the risk, but not nearly as much as smoking. Viewer's questions are an-swered by a panel of experts from Health Talk and You, a weekly television series hosted by Greg Vercellotti, M.D., University of Minnesota . This is an educational service and advice presented should not take the place of an examination by a physician.