Tips to take care of your bones as you age

Probabilities of injuries increase with age. Follow these tips to take care of your bones and joints:

1. Eat calcium-rich foods
2. Take calcium supplements
3. Add Vitamin D to your day
4. Do some weight-bearing exercises
5. Don’t smoke, and don’t drink excessively
6. Get your bone mineral density tested
7. Consider medication

Perimenopausal women may consider hormone therapy to increase waning estrogen levels, which are linked to bone loss.

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