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5 lifestyle changes to achieve healthy bones
Your lifestyle choices play a significant role in keeping your bones strong and healthy. Adopt these 5 healthy lifestyle changes to boost the health of your bones.
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Practice weight training
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Weight-bearing exercises help strengthen the bones and increase bone density.
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Eat diet rich in calcium and protein
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Calcium and protein are essential in promoting bone health and protecting bone structure. Consume dairy products, eggs and poultry as they are rich in calcium and protein.
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Get vitamin D
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Vitamin D helps absorb calcium and reduces the risk of osteoporosis and other bone diseases. Get plenty of natural sunlight to boost vitamin D.
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Maintain a healthy weight
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Maintain a healthy weight, as excess weight puts additional stress on weight-bearing joints like the knees and hips, impairing bone quality.
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Protect your joints
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Wearing proper, comfortable, and supportive footwear helps reduce the stress on the knees and hips. It is also important to practice stretching exercises as it helps lubricate the joints and prevents strain.
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