Although for most people it’s impossible to completely avoid any bone density loss as they age, there are some things you can start doing at a young age to strengthen your bones and decrease your risk of developing osteoporosis. Here are our top tips for osteoporosis prevention:
Osteoporosis: Can Bone Density Loss Be Reversed?
It’s estimated that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million have low bone density, placing them at increased risk of bone fractures. Americans who are over the age of 50 should be more concerned about educating themselves on the topic because this is the typical age bone density loss begins. Below, we will discuss what it is, whether it can be reversed, and where to get screened for bone density loss.