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Building Better Bones
An Osteoporosis Quiz
Your bones start to thin at what age?
After 30
After 50
After 65
Thinning bones contribute to which health problems?
Osteoporosis
Fractures
Back pain
All of the above
At what age does exercise do the most to build bone strength?
During the preteen and teen years
During early adulthood
During your 50s
After 65
Which form of exercise benefits bones most?
Walking or jogging
Weight Lifting
Swimming
Which age group needs the most calcium daily?
Young children 0 to 8
Older children 9 to 18
Adults 19 to 50
Adults 50 and older
Which food has the most calcium per serving?
Low-fat milk
Spinach
Low-fat yogurt
Cream cheese
Which vitamin is necessary for your body to absorb calcium?
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
If you don't get enough calcium from food, you should take supplements:
Several times a day
Once a day
Once a week
Which contributes to thinning bones?
Alcohol
Caffeine
Cigarettes
All of the above
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