Osteoporosis thins and weakens a person's bones, making them more porous (less dense) and fragile, and thus more likely to break. Although a fracture is often the first outward sign of osteoporosis, a bone mineral density test can help diagnose it before that happens.

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes loss of bone mass and destruction of bone tissue. This weakening of the bones makes them more likely to break.

The right amount of calcium in your diet helps maintain your bone strength, reducing your risk for osteoporosis.

To help prevent osteoporosis, you should make sure to include certain exercises in your regular workout routine.