You’re Shrinking
There is a reason the nurse at the doctor’s office measures you at every examination. On average, after 40 or 50 years of age, you will lost half an inch every 10 years. Women lose inches faster than men do, because their bones are often weakened by menopause, but shrinkage is fairly normal.
That said, spinal discs could compress faster if you have osteoporosis. The condition could lead to weak bones pitted with holes that break more easily. Osteoporotic bone is often found in the hips, wrists, and spine, but other bones can be affected.
You can start protecting your bones against osteoporosis today, no matter your age. Increase your bone density and strength by remaining physical active and doing some weight-bearing exercises. Each a diet rich in vitamin D and calcium. Women, in particular, should concentrate on keeping their bones healthy, since the decrease of estrogen later in life directly impacts bone density.
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