Join us on August 12 to learn more at our FREE lunch and learning event!   Reserve your Lunch Top 5 Risks for Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a condition that puts millions of Americans at risk for bone breaks or fractures. As we age and live our lives, some of the choices we make and conditions we face make an impact on our bones. Part of living our healthiest lives is awareness of the risks that we face, and a willingness to correct those that we can control. Here are some of the things that put you at the greatest risk for osteoporosis. Gender: Just being a woman puts you at increased risk for bone loss. Women are four times more likely than men to develop osteoporosis. Women lose bone more quickly following menopause which increases the risk. Be sure you talk with your doctor about your specific risks as you age. Things like early menopause (before age 45) or hysterectomy (especially if your ovaries are also removed) will place you in menopause sooner and increase your chances of bone loss. Age: We all age and, as we do, we lose bone gradually and our risk of developing osteoporosis increases. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, [...]