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2. Here's an Easy Way to Lower Your Risk of Osteoporosis

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   Osteoporosis impacts almost 20% of women and 5% of men ages 50 and up, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, making it a concern for many. Now, a study suggests that working ...

3. The 7 Best Foods for Osteoporosis, According to Dietitians - AOL

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   With age, bones tend to weaken, which can increase your risk of osteoporosis. This disease is so common that it affects over 10 million American adults over age 50, especially women.

4. 24 Things You Really to Know About Osteoporosis ... - AOL

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   Osteoporosis affects more women than men. Of the estimated 10 million Americans with osteoporosis, more than 8 million (or 80%) are women. ... bone loss happens even more quickly. But you can take ...

5. Bone health - Wikipedia

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   Osteoporosis, a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength and increased risk of fractures, is a major concern in bone health, particularly among older adults. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Maintaining good bone health involves a combination of adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, regular weight-bearing exercise, and avoiding risk factors ...

6. Osteoporosis - Wikipedia

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   The most important risk factors for osteoporosis are advanced age (in both men and women) and female sex; estrogen deficiency following menopause or surgical removal of the ovaries is correlated with a rapid reduction in bone mineral density, while in men, a decrease in testosterone levels has a comparable (but less pronounced) effect.

7. Steroid-induced osteoporosis - Wikipedia

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   Steroid-induced osteoporosis is osteoporosis arising from the use of glucocorticoids (a class of steroid hormones) analogous to Cushing's syndrome but involving mainly the axial skeleton. The synthetic glucocorticoid prescription drug prednisone is a main candidate after prolonged intake.