Factors that increase the risk of developing osteoporosis include:

Female sex Thin or small build Advanced age Family history of osteoporosis Post-menopausal status Abnormal absence of menstrual periods History of fracture after age 50 Current low bone mass Low testosterone levels in men Diet low in calcium &/or vitamin D Inactive lifestyle Smoking cigarettes Excessive use of alcohol Excessive consumption of caffeine Anorexia or bulimia Use of corticosteroids, thyroid replacement therapy, or some anticonvulsants Caucasian or Asian (although African Americans and Hispanics can be at risk too)

Do you fit any of these risk factors?
Are you at risk for developing osteoporosis?

Take matters into your own hands.

There are ways that you can decrease your risk & prevent osteoporosis.

It is never too late to improve the health of your bones.