Fight Osteoporosis Now
Young people build bone mass until about the age of 30, and especially between the ages of 13 to 20. Right now is the best time to build healthy and strong bones!
Here's what you can do now to make your bones as strong as possible:
- Get the recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D
- Do bone-building physical activity
- Don't smoke and if you drink alcohol or caffeine, drink only moderate amounts
Now is the time to fight osteoporosis…and you've probably already started!
Click around this site for tips on high-calcium foods, reading nutrition facts labels, getting more calcium, doing bone-building physical activity, and motivating yourself. Some simple steps now can help you build strong bones for a lifetime!
