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Can Soda Cause Osteoporosis?
Experts say people who drink large amounts of soda may have a higher risk of fracture. Researchers say one cause for this link may be that frequent soda drinkers consume fewer servings of more healthful drink choices such as milk or fortified orange juice. Other studies suggest it's a substance in cola itself that causes bone loss, a theory supported by the fact that non-cola sodas don't appear to lower bone density.
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Smoking Increases Osteoporosis Risk
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Osteoporosis: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesBecause the patterns of reforming and resorbing bone often vary from patient to patient, doctors believe several different factors account for... Read more »
Q&A: Do inhalers cause osteoporosis?
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Do antidepressants cause osteoporosis?
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