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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Symptoms

Osteoporosis - How to prevent?

Osteoporosis - Treatments

A successful action plan to prevent or treat osteoporosis involves several elements that contribute to overall bone health.

These elements include:
  • Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D
  • Sufficient low impact weight-bearing activities eg. jogging, walking, water aerobics, light gardening, treadmill walking for 2 – 3 times a week, at least to accumulate 30 minutes each time
  • Having healthy protein intake may have a protective effect on your bone structure
Here's what you should avoid:
  • Smoking
  • Excessive intake of alcohol
  • Very high fibre diets
  • High sodium intake
  • High caffeine intake

Osteoporosis - Preparing for surgery

Osteoporosis - Post-surgery care

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