Brooks, Dr. Rita
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Osteoporosis is a common chronic disease characterized by a decrease in bone mineral density, impaired bone strength, and an increased risk of fragili
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ty fractures. Fragility fractures are associated with significant morbidity, mortality and disability and are a major public health problem worldwide. The influence of nutritional factors on the development and progression of this disease can be significant and is not yet well established. Calcium intake and vitamin D status are considered to be essential for bone metabolism homeostasis. However, some recent studies have questioned the usefulness of calcium and vitamin D supplements in decreasing the risk of fractures.
Eating a healthy diet rich in essential nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and protein can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. In addition, limiting caffeine and alcohol intake may be beneficial for bone health, especially among older adults. The food that you eat can affect your bones. Learning about the foods that are rich in calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients that are important for your bone health and overall health will help you make healthier food choices every day. Of all the dangers to bone, salt is perhaps the hardest to curb. Salt shows up in nearly all processed foods, including whole grain breads, breakfast cereals, and fast foods. Instead of trying to add these nutrients up one by one, here's a list of five recipes to prevent aging bones and support bone health at any age.
Sample Recipe: Scrambled Eggs With Salmon, Asparagus, and Goat Cheese Recipe
Ingredients 1 Tbsp butter 8 stalks asparagus, woody bottoms removed, chopped into 1" pieces Salt and black pepper to taste 8 eggs (Spend the extra dollar or two to buy the highest quality eggs you can find. Free-range farmers market eggs are best.) 2 Tbsp fat-free milk 1⁄4 cup crumbled fresh goat cheese 4 oz smoked salmon, chopped
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