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Home Care Agencies Share Tips for Keeping Your Bones Healthy

We’ve all heard the age old adage: drink your milk or your bones won’t be strong! Over time, scientists have studied bone health in a variety of ways. Now that we have access to better research, we know that there are many different ways to ensure bone health other than drinking a lot of milk. According to the National Institute of Health, an estimated 10 million people in the USA over 50 years of age suffer from osteoporosis, a disease characterized by low bone mass and quality.  That makes it even more important for seniors to be aware of bone issues and how to prevent them. Here are some tips home care agencies say will help you keep your loved one’s bones healthy.

Consume more calcium

One of the most common ways home care agencies say you can promote bone healthy is by monitoring your calcium intake and making sure you’re getting enough. A diet low in calcium can lead to weaker bones and increases the risk of fractures.

Drugs and Alcohol  

Studies have shown that smoking and drinking alcohol can lead to weak bones in the long term. Alcohol interferes with the body’s way of absorbing calcium which can lead to low bone density.

Physical Activity

One of the best ways to ensure that your bones are as healthy as possible is by exercising regularly. Home care agencies recommend walking, jogging and taking the stairs to increase bone density and prevent osteoporosis.

Vitamin D

It is well known that calcium helps promote bone health, but when you combine calcium with Vitamin D, the two work together to absorb and process the calcium. Vitamin D can be found in areas with lots of sun, but for the winter months, consider taking vitamins from the store to replenish your bone health.

Medications

It is important to be mindful of how certain medications can affect bone health. Medications such as prednisone and cortisone can be harmful to bones over the long term, so if you or a loved one takes these medications, be sure to keep a close eye on bone health as well.

Taking care of your body is the easiest way to live a long life, and the case is no different when it comes to your bones. By eating healthy, working out and avoiding certain substances, home care agencies say you can greatly reduce the risk of deadly bone problems and instead live a great, pain-free life.

Serving Manchester, Derry, Concord, Auburn NH and the Surrounding Area

Visiting Angels AUBURN, NH
14 Hookset Rd,
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: 603-483-8999

Serving Manchester, Derry, Concord, Auburn NH and the Surrounding Area

Visiting Angels AUBURN, NH
14 Hookset Rd,
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: 603-483-8999