What can you do?
Perhaps despite your best efforts, you've been diagnosed with Osteoporosis, a disease in which bones become fragile and are more like to break. Millions of Americans are at risk for Osteoporosis. Women are four times more likely than men to have the disease, but men are also at risk.
Get plenty of calcium and vitamin D
Although there is no cure for osteoporosis, there are steps you can take to slow and even stop the further progression of the disease. Aside from taking osteoporosis drugs, your physician probably prescribed calcium and vitamin D supplements and maybe even magnesium and vitamin K2. What else can you do to ensure you are taking care of yourself?
Eat a well-rounded diet
You can also eat a well-rounded diet with several servings of fruits and vegetables everyday, whole grains, soy foods (which may help your bones) and lean sources of protein. See Good Nutrition Builds Healthy Bones
Exercise
In addition to diet, physical activity is crucial for managing osteoporosis. Did you know that strengthening your muscles can also make your bones stronger? Physical activity not only makes you stronger but it can also help you maintain your mobility so you decrease your risk of falling and breaking your bones. Strength training and functional movement exercises are excellent for people with osteoporosis (talk to your physician first of course).
If you don’t know where to start, consult with a personal trainer who is well versed on this disease. Aside from strengthening and doing functional movement exercises, non-impact exercise such as water aerobics can also increase your mobility and strength. See post on Exercise for Healthy Bones
See www.nof.org for more information on managing osteoporosis.
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