Bone mass
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You need strong bones. Until you are about 30, your bone mass will normally increase. However, after that it will start to slowly decrease. That does not have to be as bad as it sounds. If you take good care of your bones they will likely remain dense enough to avoid any issues. If they deteriorate too quickly, or if you had low bone mass to begin with, you are at risk. Bone issues aren’t noticeable until it is too late. It is therefore smart to keep track of your bone mass and check if you are doing well.
It is important to keep your bones as strong as possible. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to keep your bones healthy and dense.
Nutrients that contribute to good bone mass
A good diet is a big factor contributing to healthy bones. The following nutrients play important roles:
- Calcium
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
- Potassium
- Magnesium
Things to reduce or avoid
If you are getting the nutrients above, you are definitely on the right track. However, some things can affect your bone mass negatively. Keep in mind to not overdo it on the following:
- Alcohol
- Caffeine
- Smoking
How to keep track of your bone mass
There is no way to know your bone mass without measuring. To do this at home, you can use a Tanita body composition monitor. Our bathroom scales send a very small electric current through your body. Since bones, fat, muscle and other tissue all conduct electricity at a different rate, the scale can then calculate your bone mass. Of course, there are more metrics you should know to find out if you are healthy. A Tanita weighing scale can also tell you your muscle mass, visceral fat percentage, body fat percentage and body water percentage. It can then interpret these data to assess your health and letting you know what you should work on.
