World Osteoporosis Day, 20th October 2019
by Premier Hospitals | October 20, 2019 |
When we talk about health, probably a lot of things comes into our mind like preventing heart disease, diabetes, cancer etc. But most of us missout on our bone health to prevent osteoporosis. It may not be on top of your wellness list, but it should be given priority. Osteoporosis is a disease in which your bones become fragile. The condition affects your joints and their surrounding tissues due to low bone density and increases the risk of bone fractures. We can do a lot to prevent osteoporosis and protect our bones throughout life. You are never too young nor too old to develop your bone health. Take the possible steps to prevent osteoporosis from childhood itself. Irrespective of the age, your lifestyle habits shows more impact on your bone health for the rest of your life. Start to take care of your bones now! Tips for protecting your bones
- Consume enough calcium and vitamin D
- Exercise regularly
- Eat foods that improve your bone health
- Avoid smoking & alcohol