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I have been reading an article about osteoporosis. The thing is, I realized I am susceptible to get this “silent disease,” especially that I am growing old and less physically active. According to the Osteoporosis Society, I belong to more people that are more at risk than that of others. For one thing, I am an Asian that has smaller bones as compared to other race. Another thing is that I am a woman and so many things that fit me. This is really scary, I don’t want to become like my grandmother. She is so bent that she had lost almost half her height.

I take note of the measures we can take to improve bone health. Below are as follows:

• Eat a healthy diet rich in essential bone nutrients.
• Be physically active every day. Weight-bearing exercise, such as walking or climbing stairs, can make bone denser.
• Stopping smoking and drinking only small amounts of alcohol also help prevent further bone loss.
• To reduce your risk of injury in day-to-day life

Plan your movements

• Avoid straining your back or falling by wearing slip-proof shoes, putting slip-proof mats in the bath and shower, and always holding on the handrails.
• Be careful when lifting, bending or reaching
• Use any cane or walker correctly and consistently
• If you fall, make sure you are unhurt before moving.
• If you have constant falls, ask your doctor to check your health; your eyesight or medications may need checking.