risk to reduce osteoporosis

Some of the Risk to reduce osteoporosis are Female of post-menopausal age (the hormone, estrogen, which wanes after menopause, is partly responsible for keeping calcium in the bones).
Surgical menopause (complete hysterectomy with removal of ovaries).
History of bone fracture not attributable to an accident/injury.
Thin, small build
Chronic use of anti-inflammatory steroids
Excessive doses of thyroid medications or anticonvulsants
Family history of osteoporosis or fractures.
Sedentary lifestyle
Poor diet that does not include foods rich in calcium, magnesium, vitamin D and phosphorus.
Excessive intake of alcohol, caffeine or carbonated beverages.
Long-term smoker.
Hereditary factors. (Tendency towards developing osteoporosis can be passed down from parent to child.)
Having an overactive thyroid gland, diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis can increase your risk for osteoporosis.