Osteoporosis: Causes and Effects
Osteoporosis is a progressive disease that affects bone density and quality, leading to an increased risk of bone fractures and reductions in quality of life.
Bone is constantly in a cycle of being broken down and reformed. This process is known as bone remodeling and requires an adequate supply of certain nutrients.
Causes and risk factors
Most people have their highest bone mass and density when they’re in their early 20s. As you age, you lose old bone at a faster rate than your body can replace it.
Because of this, older people are at a higher risk of osteoporosis. Women also have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis because they typically have thinner bones than men.
Other risks factors include:
- Smoking
- Malnutrition
- Certain medications, such as steroids, proton pump inhibitors, and some seizure medications.
- Certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and multiple myeloma.
As a result, dietary supplements, in addition to an overall healthy diet, may help prevent and manage the disease.
11 supplements associated with managing and preventing osteoporosis are:
- Vitamin D
- Magnesium
- Boron
- Vitamin K
- Soy Isoflavones
- Calcium
- Zinc
- Selenium
- Copper
- Manganese
- Silico
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