Osteoporosis Flashcards

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what is osteoporosis

A
  • is when the bones become weak and is lack of calcium

- the bones are more likely to break easily

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2
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what is osteomalacia

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lack of vit D, calcium, phosphors

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3
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what are the health issues

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  • bones are more likely to break

- backache and you could get a hump on the back due to the weakening of the spine

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4
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what does high intake of fat lead to

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poor absorption of calcium which can cause osteoporosis

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5
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how does phosphorous help

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calcium and phosphorous work together to make calcium phosphate which strengthens the bones

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6
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food rich in calcium can lead to

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strong bones to achieve its peak bone mass and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in later life

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7
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high intake of fibre can lead to

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can cause low absorption of calcium

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8
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no smoking help with osteoporosis

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nicotine causes bone loss

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9
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regular exercise will help by

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strengthening the bone

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10
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high salt in take causes

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the sodium will cause bone loss

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vitamin D and good source of sunlight will help by

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vitamin D help with the absorption of calcium

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