Other forms of calcium can be taken, such as calcium carbonate or calcium phosphate. Some prescription medications and iron supplements interfere with absorption and retention of calcium supplements and vice versa. Please consult your physician about the possibility of such an interaction. Vitamin D Vitamin D promotes bone mineralization in the body. It regulates calcium and other minerals, directing their addition into bone.
Vitamin D is produced in the body when sun shines on the skin.
People with regular exposure to adequate sunlight have no need for Vitamin D from foods. Weight-bearing exercises are those where your bones and muscles work against gravity. The best exercises to increase bone mass are the ones that produce a high force on the bone such as running, soccer, racquet sports, weight lifting, and other vigorous activities. Choose the degree of impact that is safe and appropriate for you. Safety With osteoporosis, you need to learn how to live safely to prevent falls and back injury.