Undertake a reasonable, regular exercise program. The best sources are skim milk and non-fat yoghurt. Adequate Vitamin D, B6, B12 and K are also important. Get as much of the above recommended vitamins through diet and then supplement Limit alcohol intake. Women should discuss oestrogen replacement with their physicians.
Vitamin D is needed for the body to absorb calcium.
Direct exposure to sunlight and from the diet. 400 and 800 IU per day, which also can be obtained from fortified dairy products, egg yolks, saltwater fish and liver. There are now a range of medications that can help prevent further bone loss and in some cases restore some bone. Speak to your doctor for more information. There is no one treatment, or combination of treatments which can guarantee zero risk of fractures due to osteoporosis.