Well Tuesday was World Osteoporosis Day! The day is used to highlight the very real problem of Osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become brittle due to a decrease in bone density. One in three men and one in two women over the age of 60 will get osteoporosis, they are quite staggering statistics and as I am hurtling towards that age group myself I thought I would look into the causes.
Your bone's health depends on a number of factors such as your genes, your level of hormones, your diet and lifestyle. As we get older our hormone levels change and we tend to be less active and often don't eat well because we are on some crazy diet or we just don't have time!
So what can you do to ensure your bones are getting the best chance to last the distance? Check out the Osteoporosis Australia website you'll find lots of information on how to reduce your risks and treatments as well.
Remember you want to enjoy retirement so make sure you take care of those bones now!
WL
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