Retirement living seniors can take simple steps for stronger bones

As retirement living seniors age, their bones may become weak. Experts believe that those who have a strong skeletal system are less likely to develop bone diseases, such as osteoporosis.


According to the Buffalo News, seniors can take a few simple steps in order to preserve their bone health.


One of the first things retirement living seniors should do is to make sure they get a daily intake of vitamin D.

The nutrient, which is naturally attained from the sun, has been shown to keep bones strong.


Seniors may also consider taking up weightlifting, and having a yearly bone scan.


"There is no pain with this disease," Cathy Buyea, of the University of Buffalo School of Medicine, told the news source. "Unless you have had a bone scan, you don't know you have it until you fracture a bone."


Brittle bones are a prime concern for the aging population. According to MedicineNet.com, falls are the most common reason for seniors to be hospitalized.


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