Due to the mostly symptomless nature of osteoporosis, the almost 600,000 Australians (mostly women over the age of 55) who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis probably represent only a small portion of the actual number.
Osteoporosis is largely preventable. Key preventive actions include regular weight-bearing exercise, a balanced diet including calcium-rich foods, adequate vitamin D levels and maintaining a healthy weight. Childhood and adolescence is a key time for building healthy bones and ensuring high peak bone mass.
Source-Medindia
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