Estrogen is a key hormone for maintaining bone density. Throughout life, estrogen inhibits bone resorption. When
estrogen levels drop during menopause, bone loss can accelerate rapidly. This puts postmenopausal women at
risk for osteoporosis—a degenerative bone disorder, characterized by the weakening of the bone, and a general
decrease in bone mass and density. Though it is impossible to rebuild bone density, women can maintain their
current bone density by engaging in routine weight-bearing exercise and eating a balanced diet, rich in vitamins
and minerals from plant sources