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  Osteoporosis Australia
  Health Consumer Organisation

  Osteoporosis Australia (OA) is a national not-for-profit. Our vision is Healthy Bones for all Australians. Education, awareness and research can help combat osteoporosis and reduce ... View profile

  Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose minerals, such as calcium, more quickly than the body can replace them, leading to a loss of bone thickness (bone mass or density). As a result, bones become thinner and less dense, so that even a minor bump or accident can cause serious fractures.
  
  
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  Anna-Louise Moule (Exercise Physiologist)
  Health Professional

  I am an Exercise Physiologist with a keen interest in using exercise and lifestyle management as a way of preventing and managing chronic diseases. I ... View profile

  Osteoporosis can be prevented and managed by looking at certain elements that put you at a higher risk for the condition.
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  • being over the age of 65
    
  • having a diet low in Calcium
    
  • minimal sun expsure (Vitamin D exposure)
    
  • leading an inactive lifestyle
    
  • excessive alcohol consumption
    
  • being a smoker
    
  • post menopausal women
    

  By looking at the risk factors that can be changed: diet, exercise, alcohol consumption and smoking you can decrease your chance of low bone density and serious fractures. Reply to this post  |  Report
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