Risk factors of Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is identified by WHO as second leading health care problem after cardiovascular diseases , it's important to know risk factors to prevent osteoporosis . Management of Osteoporosis include dietary intervention with medication . High risk factors are : Advanced Age Chronic Steroid use Rheumatoid arthritis Female gender Alcoholism Thin body structure White race Surgical removal of ovaries Obesity Moderate factors are Vitamin D deficiency Chronic thyroid compromised Diabetes Early menopause Excessive antacid use Family history Low calcium diet Sedentary life High caffeine intake Diet play important role to prevent and mange osteoporosis . Get Diet counselling for old age patients under experienced Dietitian in Delhi NCR