Which of the following is recommended for osteoporosis health maintenance?

• A. Avoid sunlight and limit vitamin D intake
• B. Adequate Vitamin D and weight-bearing exercise
• C. Extreme bed rest
• D. High-dose steroids

Answer: (B)

Maintaining bone health in osteoporosis centers on two key actions: ensuring enough vitamin D to optimize calcium absorption and providing the bone with mechanical load through weight-bearing activity. Vitamin D lets the gut absorb calcium efficiently; without adequate vitamin D, calcium supports bone less effectively, increasing fracture risk. Weight-bearing and resistance exercises stimulate bone formation and help preserve bone density, while also improving balance and reducing fall risk. In contrast, avoiding sunlight and limiting vitamin D, prolonged bed rest, and high-dose steroids all worsen bone loss. So, adequate vitamin D and weight-bearing exercise directly support osteoporosis health maintenance.