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se osteoporosis has no symptoms, most people are not aware that they have it until something happens, like a bone fracture. However, this is not the only indicator of the disease. Even people who dont have broken bones may develop osteoporosis. Many people may not even know they had a broken bone, and they may develop a change in their posture or a loss in height, Douyon explains. To help determine whether bone loss has begun, it is important to get a bone density test every few years, especially for women who have entered menopause. The most common method of measuring bone density is a DEXA scan, which is a painless X-ray of your hip and spine.

6. MYTH: Osteoporosis cannot be prevented

FACT: Building strong bones during childhood and adolescence is the best defense against developing osteoporosis later in life. Adults can take steps too to lower their risk of developing the disease. In order to prevent osteoporosis, its very important that one has adequate nutrition, good calcium intake, exercise, and adequate vitamin D supplementation, says Douyon.

Weight-bearing exercises such as walking, jogging, lifting weights and dancing are the best for building strong bones. People who already have osteoporosis should avoid these exercises, as they increase the risk of breaking a bone. Calcium intake is very important, too. Douyon recommends calcium supplementation throughout the entire lifespan, especially for women. Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol intake also will lower your chances of developing osteoporosis.

7. MYTH: Only osteoporosis medications can prevent future bone loss

FACT: The FDA has approved certain medications to prevent and/or treat the disease. Medications alone, however, do not help to build bone, Douyon cautions. Its only one of the things that can be done in order to rebuild or prevent future bone loss. Most of the drugs inhibit the cells that break down bone, and one actua
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