Osteoporosis In
Menopausal Women
During menopause the oestrogen and
progesterone hormone production from the ovaries starts getting
progressively lower. With less oestrogen being produced over a long period
of time, there is an increased risk of progressive bone strength
loss resulting in bone thinning and density reduction.
With lowered hormones in the body, the
woman experiences fast bone tissue loss. This makes the bones brittle,
fragile and easily fractured. This risk is particularly high in women who
experience early menopause that is before the age of 40-45 years. The only
way of treating menopausal osteoporosis is through prevention...
Osteoporosis Prevention During Menopause
Menopausal Women and women in general need
to take additional calcium supplements, together with vitamin D rich diets.
They also need to do weight training exercises for added muscular and
skeletal strengthening.
The problem is that at this stage with
reduction in bone density, calcium absorption by the body also decreases. So
relying on regular sources of calcium is not enough for menopausal woman.
They need to take in extra calcium supplements.
In fact some studies suggest that a girl
should drink at least one glass of milk every day of her life to prepare for
menopause and osteoporosis in her older years -- How many woman have done
that ? -- So it's better to be on the safer side and take additional calcium
supplements.
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Soy Milk is an excellent source of
calcium, together with isoflavones, this combination helps to protect the
bones.
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Another important supplement is Fish oil
- Rich in vitamin D and E, Fish oil capsules are available at most
health stores.
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Plus the weight training. You can at least do
the power walk carrying weights in your hands if not more.
Remember Prevention is always better than
cure, so go for it.
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