Osteoporosis Part II: Prevention and treatment
Osteoporosis Part II: Prevention and treatment
Many men think of osteoporosis as a "woman's disease," and many doctors make the same mistake. It's true that osteoporosis is more common in women than men, and that it strikes women at an earlier age. But it's also true that about two million American men have osteoporosis and another 12 million are at risk. The consequences can be serious and even deadly, ranging from height loss and back pain due to spinal fractures, to hip fractures that can lead to dependency and even death. It's time to think about the bottom line: prevention and treatment.
Lifestyle prevention and treatment
Exercise and diet are ideal partners in efforts to enhance health and prevent disease. And what's good for your heart, circulation, metabolism, and brain is also good for your bones.
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