By making a few basic lifestyle changes, you can reduce your risk for osteoporosis. All together, the following little steps can make a big difference between healthy bones and a spine fracture:

• Nutrition: Get the recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D – daily!
• Exercise: Regular weight-bearing exercise is an important key to a good quality of life in every age.
• Say no! to cigarettes and excessive alcohol consumption.
• Medications: When you take any medications that may cause bone loss, ask your doctor.