My paternal grandmother and mother both seem to have osteoporosis because they have major lower back issues. I’m only 18, but I’ve been having lower back pains too. I thought it was because I danced too much and over-worked my hips and back (hip-hop, salsa, krump, etc.), but now I see I run the risk [...]

Vertebral (spine) compression fractures and hip fractures.

Two facts (one to dispute an answer I see) 1) Phosphorus absolutely reduces bone strength and makes them more brittle…and pop is FILLED with phosphorus. DON’T drink it. 2) LOAD bearing exercises absolutely increase bone density. Weight lifting and running are best examples. Biking is great for muscles…but NOT for bone density. There is another [...]