Top

       alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text alt text

Osteoporosis – Causes And Prevention

October 31, 2009




osteoporosisOsteoporosis is a bone condition. In this case, the density of the bone gradually decreases, making the bone fragile and easily breakable.

At the same time, the body fails to repair any kind of bone injury. Many doctors tend to refer to this condition as bones that have holes.

This disease has common symptoms. The patient may suffer from back pain. The patient may also suffer form joint aches and the major bones of the body may hurt as well. Usually people above 50 tend to suffer more from this disease.

However, women are more prone to osteoporosis then men. One out of three women suffers from this disease. Whereas in case of men, it is one out of five who suffers.

Other than pain, there are some other symptoms of this disease as well. The patient might have mood swings or constantly nag and can get irritated easily. They may also become weak and find it hard to perform the simple tasks. Usually they are scared that they will fall when they walk.

There can be several reasons for this disease. Heredity is one of the most common reasons for osteoporosis. Other than that, diet and way of life also plays an important role. Nevertheless, a recent study also says that some medicines can also cause this disease. Here is a special mention, that people who have the habit of smoking or consuming alcohol and who do not tend to move much, are prone to this disease.

Asian women are more prone to this disease than anyone else is. On the other hand, Caucasian women are also as prone to this disease like Asian women.

So how can treat this disease? Some might argue that if this runs in the family, then there is hardly any chance of escaping this. But there are ways to stay fit and keep this disease away.

One has to make a habit of working out regularly. That keeps the bones fit and strong. At the same time, it is better to avoid food that contain too much of fat. Avoid smoking and alcohol and you will see the difference in your health.


Comments

Got something to say? Join the conversation and leave a comment below.
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!





Recent Articles


Menopause Symptoms and Dealing with Them
Menopause is a transition phase in a woman’s life. Usually it occurs with women who are over 45 years in age. This is the phase where


How to Prevent Sinus Congestion and Headache
Sinus problems can be an immense inconvenience in leading a normal day to day life. They affect us in the form of congestion


Foods Which Trigger a Migraine Attack
A migraine attack can leave the sufferer feeling as if their head is about to explode. People suffering from migraines are extremely


Natural Teeth Whitening Methods
A bright smile can capture people’s hearts. A pearly white smile can enhance a woman’s beauty. Maintaining a set of beautiful white


Different Types of Mud Treatments
Mud treatments are gaining immense popularity through out the world. Mud treatment refers to the application of clean mud on the


What's More today?

alt text Make Up Steps for Looking at Your Best

We all want to look at our best.  Make up is an essential part of your everyday routine. Here is how... 

alt text How to Prevent Sinus Congestion and Headache

Sinus problems can be an immense inconvenience in leading a normal day to day life. They affect us in... 

alt text Tress Essential – Essential Oils for Hair Care

A great deal of attention and effort goes into maintaining a full head of shiny and healthy hair. If... 

alt text Foods Which Trigger a Migraine Attack

A migraine attack can leave the sufferer feeling as if their head is about to explode. People suffering... 

alt text Going Blonde: Tips and Technique

Blonde hair is the most sought after hair color in the world and only 2 percent of the population has... 

alt text Stylish Must Have Blazers

Blazers have become an integral part of a stylish wardrobe. They have an elegance in themselves that... 

alt text Dealing with Rebellious Teenage Children

If you have a teenage child, you will have found that it is difficult to discipline him/her. This is... 

alt text Natural Teeth Whitening Methods

A bright smile can capture people’s hearts. A pearly white smile can enhance a woman’s beauty. Maintaining... 

alt text A Few Things To Keep In Mind While Applying Wedding Make Up

For how long have you planned your wedding? As a girl probably you have been planning ever since the... 

alt text How to Sterilize Baby Bottles

Babies are extremely susceptible to various bacterial, viral and parasitic infections in the first year... 

alt text Stay Healthy and Beautiful the Yoga Way

Gaining weight can be a constant bother for all of you. However, when you think deeply and sincerely... 

alt text Dating a Taurus Man

If you really want someone in your life, who will be completely dedicated to you. Then it is time you... 

alt text Dating a Scorpio Woman

The experience of dating a Scorpio woman is indeed very different from dating the woman of a different... 

alt text 5 Biggest Myths about Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or planning for a baby, then you will hear a lot of old wives’ tales. There are... 

alt text Different Types of Mud Treatments

Mud treatments are gaining immense popularity through out the world. Mud treatment refers to the application... 

Bottom