Wednesday, November 20, 2013

What is 52,000,000?

What is 52,000,000?







How many Americans that have low bone density or osteoporosis, according to the number estimated on the National Osteoporosis Foundation website. 
Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone.  It happens when your body loses too much bone.  The resulting factor can be that the bones become weak and may break/fracture. 

Screening 
Osteoporosis can be prevented.  Being aware of your current status is critical in the prevention process.  Screening should occur every 2 years. 

Risk Factors 
  • Female 
  • Menopausal 
  • Small frame 
  • Removal of ovary or menopause by age 45 
  • Prolonged hormonal imbalances 
  • Calcium & Vitamin D deficiencies 
  • Insufficient physical activity 
  • White or Asian ancestry 
  • Smoker 
  • Excess caffeine intake  
  • Excessive alcohol intake 
  • Regular use of certain meds 
  • History of eating disorder 

Physical recommendations 
  • Regular exercise program (20 minutes 3 times per week) 
  • Weight bearing activities 
  • Resistance exercises that increase muscle mass therefore strengthening the bone as well 
  • Outdoor activities (exposure to sunlight increases Vitamin D absorption) 

Nutrition 
Decrease intake of: 
  • Sodas 
  • Processed meats 
  • Potato chips 
  • Crackers 
Increase intake of: 
  • Dairy 
  • Broccoli 
  • Kale 
  • Spinach 
Possible supplementation: 
  • Good quality calcium, vitamin D 

Talk to your doctor and see if you may be at risk or need to be screened. 

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