Prioritizing Balance Is an Essential Component of Bone Health

An active lifestyle is your best defense but several exercises can be done safely with social distancing

There are many exercises that can help you maintain good balance, including yoga, tai chi, and stretching exercises. Koldunov/Shutterstock

You might think you’re doing the most for your bones if you’re getting enough calcium and vitamin D. And while it’s a great start, there is still a lot more to do.

Nutrition helps feed bones and prevent bone loss. But even strong bones can break. That’s why working on balance is one of the best things you can do to keep bones healthy.