Are Men At Risk For Osteoporosis?
VIA: Health.Com
Provided By: Healthwise
Most men develop osteoporosis as a result of:
• Smoking, which increases the rate of bone loss.
• Not getting enough weight-bearing exercise.
• Taking certain medications, such as corticosteroids (for example, prednisone).
• Having low levels of the male hormone testosterone.
• Drinking too much alcohol.
