Why Most Calcium Supplements are Useless for Osteoporosis

For years, American women have been taking calcium supplements for stronger bones. Yes they continue to get osteoporosis in record numbers. Why? Because taking supplements is not enough. You also need to engage in weight-bearing exercise.

You don't have to lift weights or do torturous aerobic workouts. Researchers have studied the effect of different activities, and they've found that one of the best bone-building activities is gardening. In fact, gardening was more effective than almost all the other activities studied.

Also, because it is performed outside, your body is also exposed to sunlight, which provides bone-building vitamin D. Just make sure you apply sunscreen if you're going to be spending more than 15 minutes in the sun.

Don't have a garden? See if your local community has an Operation Brightside where you could adopt a city garden.