OSTEOPOROSIS-PREVENTION

SUMMARY

1. Dietary calcium of 1200-1500 mg/day (include supplements if necessary, but higher amounts are not recommended due to increased risk of kidney stones and cardiovascular disease)

2. Vit D for those without osteoporosis (< 70yrs get 600 IU vitamin D/day; > 70yrs: 800 IU vitamin D/day)

3. Regular weight-bearing exercise

4. Falls prevention

5. Smoking cessation

6. Avoid excess alcohol intake (< 2 drinks/day)

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