Symptoms of Osteopenia
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Prevention
While we are not able to completely prevent the likelihood of developing osteopenia, we can at least take steps to help improve our odds. These generally mean looking after ourselves with a healthy, balanced diet and sufficient exercise.
Focusing on exercises that make you physically stronger in particular can help to stimulate the growth of new bone. Getting plenty of calcium in your diet, along with other important bone vitamins like vitamin K can help. Drinking too much alcohol and smoking tobacco will also make osteopenia more likely.
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