10 Tips for Healthy Bones

6. Quit smoking and reduce alcohol use

Cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption have long been linked to a host of health conditions. One of these is the deterioration of bone density. When you drink alcohol, processing it through your body increases inflammation that can leach more calcium from bones. Smoking cigarettes also contribute to weak bones. While the direct effects of cigarettes on your body's skeletal system aren't completely understood, there is an extensive correlation between cigarette smokers and those with osteoporosis, especially women.

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