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Weak bones not a disease just for the aged

If you thought that osteoporosis is an old woman's disease and that you get weak bones only when you grow older - then you're in for a surprise.

Lack of proper diet can make teen bones brittle

Osteoporosis is no longer an old woman's disease.

With power plates, you get four times the workout than in a gymnasium.

Some women develop osteoporosis even in their 20s called Osteopenia.

Osteoporosis is one of the leading causes of disability especially among the elderly.

Bones that break easily are brittle and fragile: a condition called osteoporosis that affects 24-25 million Indians.

Depression can lead to osteoporosis but anti-depressant drugs could be used to treat it, say scientists.

A study hints that consuming diet, regular and decaffeinated cola could increase the risk of osteoporosis in women.

Milk is a rich source of calcium that strengthens our bones and teeth and keeps our muscles and nerves healthy.

According to a recent study the chemical concentrate of colas leads to the loss of bone-mineral density in women.

People who are exposed to second-hand smoke may face the risk of developing fractures, says a new study.

$WATCH THAT KNEE: Osteoporosis patients are susceptible to fractures so they should be on guard.$

Osteoporosis afflicts one out of three women and one out of eight men In India, making itself one of the worst affected country in the world.