Which of the following women is most likely to have osteoporosis?
a. A 50-year-old woman on estrogen therapy
b. A 60-year-old woman who takes supplemental calcium
c. A 55-year-old woman with a sedentary lifestyle
d. A 65-year-old woman who walks 2 miles each day
C
Risk factors for the development of osteoporosis include smoking, alcohol consumption, sedentary lifestyle, family history of the disease, and a high-fat diet.
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