While no food or vitamin supplement has been shown to reverse or prevent the symptoms of OI, proper nutrition is nevertheless very important.
Regardless of which type of OI a patient has, he or she will have a tendency to develop osteoporosis, a disease in which the bones become very porous and fragile.
Proper calcium and vitamin D intake is essential to maintaining strong bones and can help prevent osteoporosis. Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, as well as not smoking, will also benefit a person’s bones and ensure that fractures heal properly and in a timely manner.
A healthy diet also contributes to maintaining a healthy weight and a person’s overall health.
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