Pediatr. praxi. 2009;10(3):160-162
Osteoporosis in adults poses a significant health problem. Not uncommonly, however, it may originate in early childhood. Risk factors for
osteoporosis include a lack of minerals in the diet, particularly of calcium, and vitamin D deficiency. Osteoporosis is among the diseases
in which preventive measures are most important and need to be initiated as early as in childhood.
Published: June 1, 2009 Show citation