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Bone up on these 8 health tricks

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Sometimes I worry about my bones. My grandma had osteoporosis, and my mom is taking measures to keep from falling prey to the same condition. Seems I should follow suit. Here's how I might bone up on staying strong, according to RemedyLife.com.

  • Eat a diet rich in calcium and take a vitamin D supplement.
  • Get at least 30 minutes of exercise, like walking and running, most days of the week.
  • Engage in strength-training at least two days per week.
  • Get a bone density screening at the time of menopause (or around age 50).
  • Limit salt intake -- it causes the body to excrete calcium.
  • Limit soft drinks.
  • Don't smoke.
  • Don't consume more than one or two alcoholic drinks per day.

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