How to live well with Osteoporosis (OP) What is Osteoporosis? In simple terms it means porous bones. Bones, which are breaking down and rebuilt throughout your life, are less efficient at rebuilding as you get older so they become weaker and lose density. Are you at risk? If you are female and over age 45 then probably yes. If you meet any of the following factors then you will be at higher risk: A parent had osteoporosis, was hunched, had fractures or shrank considerably with age You are of Caucasian or Asian descent You’ve ever had an eating disorder, have been extremely slender or are under weight You’ve had irregular periods You smoke (or have ever smoked) or drink alcohol above national guide lines You’ve been on long term medication ( steroid/laxative/thyroid/antacid) You don’t exercise or over exercise You have digestive problems or are coeliac, or have Crohn’s disease. You’ve never had children You had an early menopause You are get...
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Have you tried to go dairy free? Unless you have a diagnosed allergy or intolerance I would question what the benefit is. If you prefer to be dairy free ensure that you look at ways of maintaining the intake of nutrients you will be missing out on. If you are worried about developing osteoporosis then bear in mind that smoking, extremely low body weight and lack of exercise contribute as much as a diet lacking in balanced nutrients. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-39557687