Natural health: Osteoporosis and varicose veins

Q. I have recently been advised by my doctor to take up running as a means to preventing osteoporosis, as I am at risk for this condition due to hereditary factors. 

Is there anything else I could do to help prevent the inevitable from happening?

A. If you are happy running, then this is a good start — any form of impact exercise practiced consistently will help to improve bone density and strengthen the bones against stress fractures as you age.