Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone characterized by loss of bone tissue and mass that might lead to weak and brittle bones. A person who has osteoporosis is prone to have bone fracture especially on the hip, wrist and spine area. It is known to develop in elderly women. The peak of the bone density is reached at the age of 25, it is very important to store enough amount of calcium by that age, so that your bone will remain strong throughout your life. Adequate intake of calcium rich foods and supplements are necessary to build stronger bones.

Osteoporosis usually occurs because of imbalance between the formation of new bone and restoration of older bones. When your body may not have enough calcium to form a new bone and too much absorption of calcium from the older bones will both result in osteoporosis. The two essential mineral for bone formation is calcium and phosphate. Calcium is an important part for proper functioning of some of the vital organs in the body like the heart, brain and other essential organs. It is also an essential element in the bone formation during the early years of life.

To be able for the vital organs to function well, the body reabsorbs calcium reserves from the bone. If calcium intake of a person is not sufficient, this process may suffer. Formation of new bones and tissues may greatly be affected by this calcium deficiency. As a result, the bone may become brittle and fragile and it can easily cause bone fracture.

You can conduct a self care at home to be able to reduce the factor that might worsen the osteoporosis. This may include sufficient amount of calcium in your daily meal. The main osteoporosis treatment will be focused mainly on stopping the loss of minerals, increase the bone mass, preventing bone injury, and controlling the pain coupled with the diseases.

Most of the time, your diet plays a big role in the formation of enough calcium supply in the bone. Young adults should be encouraged to take foods that are high in calcium content. Young ones should reach their peak bone mass of 1,000 mg. of calcium daily. By drinking milk and other calcium fortified juices they can actually reach this recommended calcium requirement. Eating foods with high calcium such as salmon and other green leafy vegetables can increase their calcium absorption. Perform daily exercise like walking; aerobics and maintaining normal body weight spare you from having osteoporosis in later time.

People who have bone problems should consult a bone specialist for further management of your condition. To manage any fracture, these people should be referred to a physical or occupational therapist to learn techniques on how to exercise safely. Individuals who have spinal fracture should avoid any activity that would require touching of your toes. Exercises like sit ups and heavy weights should totally be avoided. For most menopausal women, estrogen replacement is another way to prevent bone loss. The hormone estrogen can actually stop or slow down bone loss.

Mark Perry

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