The more you drink, the more brittle your bones become

Core Tip: It is common knowledge that drinking alcohol damages the liver, but not many people know that drinking alcohol damages bones.

A survey conducted by the Popular Health Network found that long-term alcoholism is a major cause of osteoporosis in men. Alcoholism is actually squandering your "bone savings".

Why does drinking too much alcohol lead to osteoporosis?

The main reason is that alcohol inhibits the normal metabolism of bone cells. When the human body consumes too much alcohol, it will inhibit osteoblasts, and the amount of bone destroyed will be greater than the amount of bone formed. Bone loss will begin, and the bones will prematurely fall into a situation of "expenditure exceeding income" and develop osteoporosis. In addition, the activity of bone cells in alcoholics is inhibited, which hinders the absorption and utilization of calcium and magnesium, which is also an important reason for inducing and aggravating osteoporosis.

Even if you have to drink, you must control the amount

For people who like to drink, it is best to have a bone density test around the age of 40 to understand the health of their bones. If any problems arise, consult a doctor and take relevant measures in a timely manner. In addition, you should develop a balanced eating habit and supplement enough calcium. You can choose foods high in calcium, such as dairy products, soy products, sesame paste, dried shrimps, etc. Pay attention to supplementing with foods rich in vitamin D and trace elements, including egg yolks, liver, green leafy vegetables, etc. At the same time, you should also pay attention to doing more outdoor exercises and getting more sun exposure to allow better absorption of calcium.