How to Improve Bone Health

8 Tips Improve your Bone Health

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Eat Calcium-Rich Foods

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Get Enough Vitamin D

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Do Weight-Bearing Exercises

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Include Protein in Diet

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Avoid Excess Salt & Soda

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Limit Alcohol & Quit Smoking

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Maintain Healthy Body Weight

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Get Regular Bone Check-Ups

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8 Tips Improve your Bone Health

Eat Calcium-Rich Foods

Include milk, yogurt, cheese, tofu, and leafy greens for stronger bones.

Get Enough Vitamin D

Spend time in sunlight daily or take vitamin D supplements for health.

Do Weight-Bearing Exercises

Do weight-bearing exercises like walking, running, or dancing to strengthen bones.

Include Protein in Diet

Eat protein rich foods like lean meats, legumes, nuts for bone support.

Avoid Excess Salt & Soda

Avoid excess salt and carbonated sodas, which weaken and damage bone strength.

Limit Alcohol & Quit Smoking

Smoking and alcohol reduce bone strength over time.

Maintain Healthy Body Weight

Being underweight or overweight affects bone health.

Get Regular Bone Check-Ups

Get regular bone density check-ups early to prevent osteoporosis and fractures.