Progressive weakening of bones, prevented by calcium and vitamin D.
Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by a decrease in bone mineral density and deterioration of bone microarchitecture, increasing the risk of fractures.
Bone mass reaches its peak at 25-30 years and then decreases progressively. Menopause accelerates bone loss (estrogen deficiency). 1 in 2 women and 1 in 5 men over 50 years old will have an osteoporotic fracture. Nutrition plays a major preventive role throughout life.
Major risk of fractures (hip, vertebrae, wrist) leading to loss of autonomy and mortality.
Calcium 1000-1200mg/day, vitamin D 800-1000 IU/day, weight-bearing and resistance exercises from childhood.
Prevention of osteoporosis begins in childhood – building maximum bone capital before 25 years is decisive.
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