Osteoporosis: Risk Factors - Smoking & Alcohol

Smoking and Osteoporosis

Are you at risk? Did you know that smoking increase your risk of osteoporosis? The longer you smoke and the more cigarettes you consumer both play a role. It gets more complicated; read more on the link between smoking and osteoporosis.

Smoking and Osteoporosis

Alcohol and Osteoporosis

Regular consumption of 2 to 3 ounces of alcohol every day increases the risk of osteoporosis. It interferes with the absorption and use of calcium and vitamin D and other bone nutrients. Learn more about alcoholism and osteoporosis.

Alcohol and Osteoporosis