Summary:
"While osteoporosis is most commonly referred to as the disease of the old age, there is a need to start taking preventive measures right from a younger age. Statistics reveal that the incidence of osteoporosis is at 80 per cent in Indian women over the age of 65. Doing so will ensure that the bones stay healthy right through old age. While the former break down old bones, osteoblasts work towards building new bone. "Good nutrition and a healthy diet are the cornerstones for healthy bones and preventing osteoporosis..