Osteoporosis: Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment | Health

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What Is Osteoporosis?

Our bones may seem rock-solid, but the tissue is constantly being created a...

Our bones may seem rock-solid, but the tissue is constantly being created and destroyed. As we age, the process can skew toward bone destruction, leading to porous, weak bones that break easily. The good news is that there are many ways to prevent osteoporosis.

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What You Can Do in Your 20s to Prevent Osteoporosis

<p>Your bones are still being rebuilt in your 20s, which means you can cont...

Your bones are still being rebuilt in your 20s, which means you can continue to strengthen them during this time. Make these smart lifestyle changes to help offset your risk of getting osteoporosis later on and build strong, healthy bones for life.

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10 Things Every Woman Should Know About Maintaining Healthy Bones

<p>From vitamin D to shin splints, a must-know guide to keeping your frame ...

From vitamin D to shin splints, a must-know guide to keeping your frame healthy for life.

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10 Ways to Have Great Posture as You Age

<p>Here are 10 tips to keep you standing tall at any age.</p>

Here are 10 tips to keep you standing tall at any age.

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Could You Have a Calcium Deficiency?

Calcium is an essential mineral that helps keep your bones and teeth strong...

Calcium is an essential mineral that helps keep your bones and teeth strong. Here's how to tell if you're getting enough of it.

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17 Ways to Fight Osteoporosis

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14 Non-Dairy Foods That Are High in Calcium

<p>If you don't eat dairy, you're not doomed to brittle bones. Fill...

If you don't eat dairy, you're not doomed to brittle bones. Fill up on these 14 calcium-rich foods that don't contain a drop of milk.

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