[/caption]Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone due to deficiency of bone matrix occurring frequently in post menopausal women and men. This condition is preventable and treatable with a bone builder plan of action. Osteoporosis results from a natural loss of bone substance which occurs naturally with aging. In some older adults, this bone loss reaches signifigant proportions, so that bones become thin and porous. When the amount of bone mass decreases as a result of osteoporosis, bones are weakened and may fracture. In the spine, the vertebrae can collapse and the back can take a 'bent' appearance. Osteoporosis can lead to fractures of the hips, wrists and ribs. These fractures occur with only slight trauma such as opening a window, and sometimes occur with no trauma at all.
Osteoporsis Prevention and Treatment
Calcium is stored in your bones and is essential for keeping your bones strong, nerve conduction and your heart beating. When your body is given a choice between your heart beating or your bones thinning, your body is going to choose your bones in order to keep you alive. So it's imperative that you get enough calcium.
The usual recommended dosage of calcium for pre-menopausal women is 1,000 mgs a day and for post menopausal women, 1500 mgs a day. Men under 65 should have 1000 mgs a day and men over 65 need 1500 mgs a day.
Calcium should be taken 2 to 3x a day, as your body can only absorb 500 mgs at a time. There are many calcium supplements; however Calcium carbonate had the highest amount of Calcium per capsule. It's also the least expensive and has the fewest side effects.
Bone Robbers
Some habits can steal calcium from your bones. These including eating large amounts of red meat, smoking, excessive alcohol intake, excessive caffeine and stress.
Role of Vitamin D
Vitamin D acts to increase your body's use of calcium so be sure to include 1000 mgs a day of vitamin D in your diet.
Medications for Osteoporosis
Your doctor may also recommend medications such as;
Actenol
Boniva
Fosamax
Forteo
However just taking a pill is not going to be enough. You have to include exercise in your plan of action if you want to strengthen and thicken your bones.
Role of Exercise
Regular WEIGHT BEARING exercise is essential for development and maintenance of strong healthy bones.
Exercises that combine movement, pull and stress on your arms, legs and spine is best for bone mass. Just 30 minutes a day can save you from painful fractures and expensive medical bills.
Special Thanks to the Orthopedic Clinic of Daytona Beach for the above information.
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