Got Osteoporosis? What to Eat?
Got Milk? Calcium is the cornerstone of strong bones. Adults up to age 50 need 1,000 milligrams per day. Beginning at age 51, women need 1,200 milligrams every day, and when men hit 71, they need to hit that mark,…
Osteoporosis & Calcium: What You Should Know
Calcium: What You Should Know Why Is Calcium Important? Calcium is a mineral that is necessary for life, yet many Americans do not get the amount of calcium they need every day. Calcium is important to build stronger, denser bones…
FIVE STEPS TO BONE HEALTH AND OSTEOPOROSIS PREVENTION
FIVE STEPS TO BONE HEALTH AND OSTEOPOROSIS PREVENTION from the National Osteoporosis Foundation EAT RIGHT: Get your daily recommended amounts of Calcium and Vitamin D. EXERCISE: Engage in regular weight-bearing and muscle strengthening exercise. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE: Avoid smoking…
Osteoporosis: A debilitating disease that can be prevented and treated.
From the National Osteoporosis Foundation Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. If not prevented or if left untreated, osteoporosis can progress painlessly until a bone breaks. These broken bones, also known as…