This article will discuss osteoporosis prevention,treatments, and more.
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What Is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle.
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The word osteoporosis means porous bone.
Healthy bones have a structure that is similar to a honeycomb, which has small holes.
In people with osteoporosis, the holes and spaces that make up bones are significantly larger.
This loss of bone density and mass leads to the weakening of the bones.
Osteoporosis can be primary andsecondary.
Recap
Osteoporosis leads to weak and brittle bones and an increased risk of bone fractures.
Aging can lead to osteoporosis, but other conditions can also cause a person to develop it.
How to Prevent Osteoporosis
In some cases, osteoporosis can be prevented with the right lifestyle changes.
Foods that are highest in calcium are dairy products, including milk, yogurt, and cheese.
Summary
Osteoporosis can happen to anyone.
Aging, genetics, and overall health can play a role in whether you develop this condition.
There are even things that can be done in childhood to ensure healthy bones.
Research shows that strength training, or lifting weights, is a great way to prevent osteoporosis.
One particular study looked at how strength training affects bone mineral density in young people assigned female at birth.
The results showed that bone density in those who participated in the exercises was improved in just 12 weeks.
The best way to prevent osteoporosis naturally is to focus on your lifestyle.
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