Appearing healthy and beautiful after the age of forty doesn’t have anything to do with health. Mid-aged women know it best: after a certain age, your body doesn’t function as good as a twenty year old’s. Osteoporosis is a common concern for aging women, as it might kick in at any time.
This bone disease is up to four times more frequent in women than men of the same age. Potential prerequisites are a family history of osteoporosis, irregular periods, as well as signs of early menopause. If you are experiencing any of these, pay a visit to your doctor and ask for a bone density test.
If diagnosed in its early stages, progression of osteoporosis can be slowed down by diet changes (daily intakes of calcium will strengthen the bones) and body weight exercise (which aids towards a better bone density in the hips and spine). Switching to a healthy lifestyle is highly recommended at this age, not only for osteoporosis, but also for your overall health.
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