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To attain bone health by:
- maximum attainment
of peak bone mass during kid and teen years
- minmization of
the rate of bone loss - during older age, particularly
after menopause in women
- fall prevention is
especially important in elderly persons who should
get good nutrition and training for muscle strength
and balance
- protecting the
bone is a lifetime commitment
- prevention includes
the following meaasures:
- getting adequate
calcium and vitamin D
- getting regular
exercises
- no smoking
and excessive drinking of alcohol
- preventing
falls
- seeking medical
treatment when necessary
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