I’m 50 And Worried About Osteoporosis, Does Everyone Get It?

Although it is mainly post-menopausal women who are at risk due to declining levels of estrogen, men are also at risk.

Osteoporosis usually affects the whole skeleton but most commonly causes breaks (fractures) to bones in the wrist, hip and spine.

Preventative measures include consuming calcium-rich foods such as milk, cheese, sardines, tofu, and leafy green vegetables, regular weight-bearing exercises, reducing alcohol to a minimum, quitting smoking, avoiding carbonated drinks, choosing a healthy balanced diet and topping up with an appropriate “bone health” supplement.