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Osteoporosis and Peak Bone Mass

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Race is the other genetic factor that accounts for a greater percentage of bone mass. For reasons unknown, African American women tend to achieve higher peak bone mass than Caucasian women. Asian American women and native American men and women show an increased risk for developing osteoporosis.

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