文档介绍：OSTEOPOROSIS
IACOVOS ANTONIOU GROUP 35 (2010)
Osteoporosis
“A systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration, with a consequent increase in bone fragility with susceptibility to fracture.”*
One in 2 women and One in 8 men over 50 will have an osteoporosis related fracture.
The estimated cost for osteoporotic and associated fractures is 38 million a day!
Risks for Osteoporosis
In young women
In others
Low calcium intake
Low body weight
Limited exercise
Hypoestrogenism
Menopausal/postmenopausal status—without HRT
Cigarette smoking
Low-trauma fractures
Hyperparathyroidism
Chronic corticosteroid use
Normal bone
Osteoporosis
Bone Health
Bones are living tissue, they provide structural support, protect vital organs and store calcium.
Until age 30, we store and build bone effectively.
As part of the aging process, bones begin to break down faster than they are formed.
Accelerates after menopause. Estrogens are the hormones that protects against bone loss.
Prevention
Building strong bones in childhood and adolescence is the best defense.
A balanced diet rich in calcium and Vitamin D
Weight bearing exercise
A healthy lifestyle with no smoking or excessive alcohol intake.
Bone density testing and medication when appropriate.
Calcium
Is needed for heart muscles, and nerves to function properly.
Inadequate amounts contribute to osteoporosis.
Appropriate calcium intake falls between 1000 and 1300 mg a day.
Calcium
Increase calcium:
Consume calcium rich foods such as, low-fat milk, cheese, broccoli, and others.
Calcium supplement, if dietary calcium consumption is inadequate
How to get enough Calcium every day!
Follow the Food Guide Pyramid
for Dietary Calcium Sources
Dairy – low fat yogurt, skim milk, cheese, chocolate pudding, ice milk, ice cream or frozen yogurt.
Protein – tofu, sardines, salmon
Vegetables – turnip green