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By SANDRA R. RICHARDSON
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Osteoporosis is a painful, crippling bone disease that develops in older people. This disease develops so slowly and?quietly that when it is diagnosed, it’s already too late. There is no known cure - only prevention through a well-balanced diet and healthy living.
Women seem to develop osteoporosis four times more frequently than men and more often after menopause. The cause seems to be multiple. The cessation of female hormone secretion is thought to be a factor. Other contributing factors maybe:
• A gradual calcium loss in the bones may be brought about by the dietary deficiency of adults over a lifetime.
• Lack of exercise.
• Heredity.
• Alcohol abuse.
• Prolonged use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs during infancy and childhood years.
The density of the bones plays an important factor in the prevention of osteoporosis. The more dense and strong the bones, the less likely this disease will develop.
Between the ages of 20 and 40, it is important to consistently maintain an adequate intake of calcium and other nutrients. After 40, the bones start to become thinner. This is a normal process of aging. Care needs to be taken to slow down the process of calcium loss in the body. This can best be done by watching the diet.
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