You can suspect osteoporosis

1. whenever there is Any Fracture-- suggestive of weak bone, especially a hip fracture
2. Family History of Osteoporosis
3. Insuffecient Calcium Intake
4. Smoking And drinking
5. You are thinner than usual
6. Persistant back pain

Five Steps to Bone Health and Osteoporosis Prevention:
•Get your daily recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D.
Depending on your age, an appropriate calcium intake falls between 1000 and 1300 mg a day. Vitamin D recommended a daily intake between 400 and 800 IU per day,
•Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise
•Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol
•Talk to your healthcare provider about bone health
•When appropriate, have a bone density test and take medication

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