Healthy Bones!

Overview

Pop Quiz: Healthy Bones!

Question 1

Which of these vitamins is essential for bone health?

Choices

Vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin B12, or vitamin K

Conclusion

Vitamin D plays an important role in helping your bones absorb calcium, which keeps them strong!

Question 2

True or false: Women are more likely than men to get osteoporosis, a weakening of the bones.

Conclusion

That's true! Men and women lose some bone mass with age, but osteoporosis is more common in women.

Question 3

True or false: Exercises such as biking or swimming are best for strengthening your bones.

Conclusion

That's false! Those are good for you, but they aren't the best for strengthening bones. For that, try some strength-building and weight-bearing exercises! Thanks for playing!

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