Medical History Your healthcare provider will ask questions to better understand your risk. Factors he or she may consider include: Your age Your gender Whether you have reached menopause (women) Your personal history of broken bones as an adult Your family history of broken bones and osteoporosis Your smoking or drinking habits Your diet, including… Read more »
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Communication with Your Doctor and Healthcare Team
Your healthcare team may include your primary care doctor, family practice doctor or a specialist. Your healthcare team may also include other health professionals such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists and other health professionals. Be prepared for your visit For some people, visiting a doctor or healthcare provider can be stressful. You may feel… Read more »
Preventing Falls and Broken Bones
No matter your age, it’s never too early or too late to take steps to protect yourself from broken bones. Each year about a third of all persons over age 65 will fall. Many of these falls result in a broken bone, often the hip or wrist. Broken bones at any age can be painful,… Read more »
Treatment for Osteoporosis
There is no single “silver bullet” remedy for osteoporosis. It takes a whole-person approach. Get enough dietary calcium, take vitamin D, participate in regular exercise, fall-proof at home, and avoid smoking and excess alcohol. If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or had a fracture from a fall at standing height, talk with your healthcare… Read more »
What is Osteoporosis and What Causes It?
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both. As a result, bones become weak and may break from a fall or, in serious cases, from sneezing or minor bumps. Osteoporosis means “porous bone.” Viewed under a microscope, healthy bone looks like a honeycomb…. Read more »
NOF Store
Support NOF by purchasing the resources below to raise awareness for osteoporosis and promote strong bones for life. Welcome to the NOF Store. You’ll find educational brochures, exercise videos, gifts and more to help you learn about osteoporosis and spread the word to promote strong bones for life. Please shop with us online and if… Read more »
Calculator shows that 89% of users aren’t getting enough calcium, a key nutrient for good bone health
Nyon, Switzerland (October 20, 2015) – New findings released on World Osteoporosis Day by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) show that 89% of those who used the new IOF Calcium Calculator – which is based on Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations* – were calcium deficient. The free online tool helps people calculate their approximate daily… Read more »
Calculator shows that 89% of users aren’t getting enough calcium, a key nutrient for good bone health
Nyon, Switzerland (October 20, 2015) – New findings released on World Osteoporosis Day by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) show that 89% of those who used the new IOF Calcium Calculator – which is based on Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations* – were calcium deficient. The free online tool helps people calculate their approximate daily… Read more »
Eat Spinach to Grow Strong? Yes! But There’s So Much More!
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day: Prevent Broken Bones through Better Nutrition. Even young children know that eating spinach can make you stronger. But did you know that fall’s colorful leaves can help guide you to better bone health? Following a bone healthy diet inspired by the changing colors of fall can go a long… Read more »
Eat Spinach to Grow Strong? Yes! But There’s So Much More!
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day: Prevent Broken Bones through Better Nutrition. Even young children know that eating spinach can make you stronger. But did you know that fall’s colorful leaves can help guide you to better bone health? Following a bone healthy diet inspired by the changing colors of fall can go a long… Read more »