Don’t let Osteoporosis break you!
What is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a disease that occurs when bone mass declines severely, leading to a loss in height and increased susceptibility to fractures. After menopause, women are at a particular risk of developing Osteoporosis because estrogen production declines.
Who is at Risk for Osteoporosis?:
⭐️ Age
💫 Family History
🛋 Sedentary Lifestyle
💫 Lowered sex hormone levels
✨ Thyroid problems
Overactive Parathyroid and Adrenal Glands
⚡️ Low Calcium intake
🍽 Eating Disorders
🍾 Excessive alcohol consumption
🚬 Tobacco use (smoking increases osteoporosis risk)
According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, to minimize bone loss :
◊ At least 1200 mg of elemental calcium.
♠ 800 -1000 IU Vitamin D.
♣ Vitamin D aids calcium absorption.
♥ Regular Weight-Bearing Exercise (Exercise builds bone.)
♦ Recommendations for postmenopausal women: Smoking Cessation with limited alcohol intake
◊ Frequent dieting increases osteoporosis risk.
♦ Bone density tests, like a DEXA scan, can reveal osteoporosis risk.
It’s important to know the role of calcium in bone health. Calcium is essential for building and maintaining strong bones. This chemical element supports joints and helps prevent conditions like Osteoporosis. The lack of sufficient calcium can contribute to joint pain. Adequate calcium intake can indirectly reduce the risk of injuries and fractures that could lead to joint pain by promoting bone strength.
My internist recently ordered another DEXA Scan to compare with my previous scan from October 2022. It appears that I lost some muscle mass on my less dominant side. I received recommendations for over-the-counter calcium with vitamin D and incorporating daily weight-bearing exercise.
My DEXA (Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry) Scan was a quick, painless body scan x-ray. I couldn’t find the correct over-the-counter dose of elemental calcium with Vitamin D, so my pharmacist ordered a bottle that cost only $10.50. I only need one tablet to meet my dosage requirements.
Don’t let Osteoporosis break you; understand your body and the facts about Osteoporosis.
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