Vitamin D

Prevent vitamin D  deficiency and you will cut  your risk of osteoporotic  fractures and falls . The international  Osteoporosis Foundation estimates older adults need 20 to 25 micrograms of vitamin D a day. people who are obese ,have limited sun exposure ,or who already have osteoporosis could need more, but check wit your doctor first . New research from the University of Melbourne suggests that intermittent high doses may actually be counterproductive and possibly increase the risk of fractures .....

Fast fact
 One in five men and one in three women over 50 will have osteoporotic fractures.