What Women Over 40 Should Know About Their Health
7. Bone Loss
Bone loss or osteoporosis affects ten million Americans, and about 80% of them are women. Why are women significantly more likely to develop osteoporosis than men? Their bones tend to be smaller and thinner. Falling estrogen levels are also a big contributor. To counter the effects of osteoporosis, it's important for women to get enough calcium and Vitamin D, exercise, and avoid smoking and drinking.
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