Outdoor walking, genetic predisposition, and the risk of incident osteoporosis among older adults: A prospective large population-based cohort study.

Yu-Shan YueYang LiuKe LuQin ShiKai-Xin Zhou Jian-Liang Wang

Published in: Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA (2024)

A significant negative correlation exists between an extended period of daily outdoor walking and osteoporosis incidence risk. This correlation is particularly pronounced among individuals with low genetic risk. The results above underscore the significance of outdoor walking as a simple and economical adjunct to public health programs to prevent osteoporosis.

Keyphrases

public health
postmenopausal women
air pollution
bone mineral density
particulate matter
lower limb
cardiovascular disease
copy number
risk factors
physical activity
type diabetes
dna methylation