Does diabetes make your bones brittle?

Research shows that diabetes can impair bone microarchitecture, leading to increased fragility. It is highly advisable to discuss this with your physician and perhaps get a bone density test (DEXA scan) done.

In our times, we ate ragi and drank milk daily to keep bones strong. High sugar does weaken the bones slowly, so while you take your English medicines, do include calcium-rich foods in your diet.

Hey, don't stress too much about this! Just make sure you are getting enough Vitamin D and calcium, and stay active. Your bones will remain perfectly fine if you manage your daily routine.

I suffered a minor fracture last year due to weak bone density caused by years of uncontrolled Type 2 diabetes. Since then, I've got my sugars under control and my doctor put me on specific supplements.

Both high BP and high sugar can affect overall bone and joint health. Regular medical checkups and a balanced low-sodium, low-sugar diet are key to preventing these long-term issues.

That's very true. Doing some light weight-bearing exercises daily can go a long way in keeping your bones strong even with diabetes.

My health app actually flagged a warning about bone density risks for diabetics. I started tracking my daily steps and calcium intake to ensure I'm meeting my bone health targets.