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Is osteoporosis a risk for you? Find out with our quick health quiz and learn about how diet, exercise and other tips can help protect your bones.

1. Is there a history of osteoporosis in your family?
A. No, or not to my knowledge.
B. Yes - mother, sister or grandmother.
C. Yes - more distant relatives, such as cousins or aunts.

2. Have you broken a bone recently?
A. Yes, after a minor bump or fall or during normal activity.
B. Yes, but only after a significant bump or fall.
C. No.

3. Do you smoke?
A. Yes, regularly.
B. Sometimes, at social events or on the weekend.
C. No.

4. How many standard alcohol drinks do you have during an average week?
A. None to four.
B. Five to 10.
C. 14 or more.

5. How many cups of tea, coffee or cola would you drink during an average week?
A. 10 to 20.
B. None to 10.
C. More than 21.

6. What sports or exercises do you do?
A. None.
B. Gentle exercises like youga, tai chi or swimming - two or three days a week.
C. Activities like walking, ball sports or weight training - at least four days of the week.

7. What sports or exercises do you like?
A. None.
B. Gentle exercises like yoga, tai chi or swimming.
C. Activities like walking, ball sports or weight training.

8. Do you spend more than 10 minutes a day outdoors?
A. Yes, most days - when the UV level is safe.
B. No, I avoid the sun whenever I can.
C. Only in summer, when the weather is warm.

Your score is:

Score 8 to 12:
Your exercise and dietary habits are putting you at increased risk of osteoporosis. It might be time to make some healthier lifestyle choices.

Score 13 to 18:
Some of your exercise and dietary habits could be making you more susceptible to osteoporosis. Making a few, simple changes could significantly reduce your risk.

Score 19 to 24:
Congratulations, your lifestyle choices are substantially reducing your risk of osteoporosis.

Check the best answers. You might also be interested in:
Ageing - muscles bones and joints.
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Calcium.
Menopause.
Menopause and osteoporosis.
Nutrition - women's extra needs.
Osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis - prevention and treatment.

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