Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become weak and
prone to breaking easily. The condition is caused when there is a reduction in
the bone mineral density (BMD), deterioration in bone microarchitecture and an
alteration in the amount and variety of protein in the bone. There are two types of osteoporosis: Type 1
affects people of age 75 and above, while type 2 can occur at any age.
To
prevent osteoporosis, do the following:
