What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is the shedding of bone mass within the body. In the long-term this may result in fractures, loss of weight, chronic back pain and dowager's hump.

Causes.

By the age of 75 one-in-five Australian women will suffer a fracture related to Osteoporosis. Men are also not immune from this disease.

Common causes and risk factors are as follows:

• An early menopause or hormonal imbalance
• A genetic vulnerability
• A low dietary calcium/vitamin D
• Lack of physical exercise
• A sedentary lifestyle
• Smoking
• Excessive alcohol usage

How to reduce the risk.

1. Regular physical activity
2. Adequate calcium/vitamin D dietary supplements
3. Hormone Replacement Therapy

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