In osteoporosis, bone resorption occurs at faster rate than the deposition of new bone. All of these factors increase bone deposition and, therefore, help to prevent or treat osteoporosis except
A) weight-bearing exercise
B) adequate vitamin D intake
C) adequate calcium intake
D) parathyroid hormone replacement

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Parathyroid hormone replacement actually promotes bone resorption, which is the opposite of what is needed to prevent or treat osteoporosis. The other options (weight-bearing exercise, adequate vitamin D intake, and adequate calcium intake) promote bone deposition and can help prevent or treat osteoporosis.

In Osteoporosis, Bone Resorption Occurs at Faster Rate Than the Deposition