Eating Guidelines for Osteoporosis What is Osteoporosis? "Osteo" means bone, and "porosis" means porous. When you have osteoporosis, your bones have become thin, weak and porous (like a sponge) instead of being strong and dense (like a brick). Because of this, your bones have a higher chance of breaking or fracturing, especially if you fall. Osteoporosis is also called "the silent thief" because it slowly "steals" your bone density over many years without giving you any signs or symptoms. The good news is that you can take action ...
Exercise Plan for Bone Health (Osteoporosis) Exercise and Bone Health What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a common bone disease which makes your bones more fragile. This increases the chance of you breaking a bone (also called a fracture), even with a minor bump or fall. Osteoporosis may also cause you to lose height, and your posture to become stooped. Why exercise? Regular exercise can help protect you from breaking bones in two ways: by strengthening your bones (along with the medication prescribed by your doctor and a calcium-rich diet) and by reducing your chances of falling. You are at greatest ...
CALCIUM-ENHANCED OSTEOPOROSIS DIET BASIC INFORMATION This diet is designed to prevent or minimize the loss of bone that may occur due to aging or calcium deficiency. DESCRIPTION: This diet plan provides at least 1500 to 1800 mg of calcium per day. A high calcium intake is achieved by increasing servings of milk and dairy products and other foods containing appreciable amounts of calcium. Excessive amounts of fiber, protein, caffeine, alcohol, and sodium may inhibit calcium absorption or increase urinary excretion of calcium and should be limited. Weight-bearing exercises increase calcium retention and are encouraged. BASIC INFORMATION: A high calcium diet ...
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