There are many controllable factors in reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Diet, exercise and other behaviors are at least as important as genetics in determining who develops osteoporosis. People that exercise 3 hour a week or more have a considerably lower change of developing the disease. Weight-baring exercise that stresses the bones is important because it promotes the body to aid in calcium to the bones. Weight lifting exercise can lower the risk of osteoporosis because muscle building puts considerable stress on bone which makes them stronger. Diet is another controllable factor in reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Eating five serving of vegetables a