Osteoporosis is a metabolic disease characterized by progressive thinning of the bone matrix and cortex.
Osteoporosis can occur at any age, in men as well as women, People over age 50 are at greatest risk for osteoporosis and associated fractures. After age 50, 1 in 2 women and 1 in 6 men will have an osteoporosis-related fracture as some point.
Risk factor
Age
Smoking
Poor life style habits
Early onset of menopause.
Calcium or vitamin D deficiency.
Early onset of menopause
Medications. Vitamin A, heparin, aluminum-containing antacids, antidepressants, anticonvulsants
Nutritional Considerations
1-A healthful dietary pattern
2-Reduced animal protein intake.
3-Increased fruit and vegetable intakes.
4-Reduced sodium intake
5-Replace saturated with unsaturated fat.
6-Moderation in caffeine use
7-Limiting supplemental vitamin A.
8-Combined supplemental vitamin D and calcium.#nutrition #fitness #health #healthylifestyle #healthy #healthyfood #weightloss #gym #motivation #diet #wellness #workout #fit #food #lifestyle #bodybuilding #fitnessmotivation #healthyeating #healthyliving #fitfam #vegan #protein #eatclean #training #personaltrainer #exercise #cleaneating #nutritionist #foodie #bhfyp
