Healthy bones are an essential part of humans’ overall health and well-being. The bones within our bodies help provide us with structure, allow us to move, and protect our organs. As we age, bone health becomes weaker naturally and more susceptible to injuries such as fractures or other bone-related issues.
Thankfully, there are many different actions you can take in your daily life to help improve your overall bone health. Here are five helpful tips that help one maintain strong and healthy bones.
- Ensure Your Calcium Intake is High Enough
One of the most vital nutrients for helping build and maintain strong bones is calcium. Through diet or supplements, it’s recommended that adults aim for 1,000-1,200 mg of calcium per day. - Get More Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a great way to help the body absorb more calcium, making it crucial for bone health. Sun exposure is the easiest and best source of Vitamin D, although supplements can still be beneficial. - Regular Exercise
Exercise does not have to be intense, but the body needs movement to stay strong. Something as simple as weight-bearing exercises like walking, dancing, jogging, or lifting weights can all help to improve the strength of bones. - Eat a Balanced Diet
Eating a balanced diet of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and lean proteins such as chicken or fish can help provide essential nutrients for bone health. - Get Regular Bone Density Tests
Bone Density Tests are available to give a better chance of detecting early signs of bone loss to better help and prevent future bone fractures. Ensure to get these tests done regularly.
Following these five tips and maintaining strong and healthy bones will become easier. Changing our daily habits will continue to help improve our bone health and risk any future fractures or bone-related injuries/issues. Always consult your healthcare provider before making notable changes to your diet or exercise routine.
Schedule an Appointment with a Shenandoah Physician
Conveniently located in Shenandoah – adjacent to Conroe, Spring, and The Woodlands – is our internal medicine practice providing comprehensive and compassionate patient-centered health care. Woodlands Diagnostic Clinic’s physicians are committed to optimizing the health and well-being of our patients through the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions in either an office or teleconference setting, seven days a week. So, whether you need to visit a physician for your annual physical examination or find relief for spring allergies, schedule an appointment with Woodlands Diagnostic Clinic today at (281) 863-9554.
