Diet and lifestyle should remain first among osteoporosis management options despite major advances in evidence for and approval of new treatments over the past few years, according to the North American Menopause Society.
The group's position statement on osteoporosis management in the January/February issue of Menopause emphasized that all postmenopausal women should be encouraged to reduce their risk of bone loss and osteoporotic fractures by:
* Maintaining a healthy weight
* Eating a balanced diet
* Obtaining adequate calcium (1,200 mg per day at age 50 and beyond) and vitamin D (800 to 1,000 IU vitamin D3 per day)
* Participating in appropriate exercise
* Avoiding excessive alcohol consumption
* Not smoking
* Taking measures to prevent falls
Periodic reviews of these measures, including annual assessment of fall risk after menopause or whenever physical or mental status changes, were recommended.
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