Preventing osteoporosis

Get your calcium: Calcium is a crucial building block of our body, used by all of our cells, including those in our heart, nerves and muscles. Ensure an adequate supply by consuming dairy products, dark green leafy vegetables, calcium fortified foods (such as orange juice, cereal, bread, soy beverages and tofu), and nuts, particularly almonds. While the recommended intake varies, Dr. David Goltzman of the MUHC says a gram of calcium per day is suggested.

Get your Vitamin D: Vitamin D can also work to protect against osteoporosis, as it helps in the absorption of calcium. Osteoporosis Canada recommends a dose of 400 to 1,000 international units (IU) for people under 50 and 800 to 2,000 IU for people older than 50. But because recommended doses vary among medical associations and can be different for each person due to a number of factors, it’s best to talk with your doctor about what amount is best for you.

Exercise plenty: Exercise is a good way to keep your bones healthy, while also meeting recommended physical activity requirements at the same time. Weight-bearing activities are recommended, such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, basketball, dancing, soccer, weight lifting, etc.

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