Bone density becomes increasingly important as we age. For some, bones become so brittle that a fall can lead to a fracture. The challenge, of course, lies in figuring out how to maintain healthy bone density.

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Bone density becomes increasingly important as we age. For some, bones become so brittle that a fall can lead to a fracture. The challenge, of course, lies in figuring out how to maintain healthy bone density.