Focus: World Osteoporosis Day - October 20th, 2010

Spotlight - 'Don't Bend To Osteoporosis'
Recognize The Symptoms To Take Preventive Action!

Osteoporosis is a common disease affecting the elderly population. A common concern is whether it can be reversed. This article emphasizes the role of exercise and dietary and lifestyle changes which can improve bone density even after osteoporosis has set in.

Case Study-

Vicki , a 61 year old postmenopausal woman went to her primary doctor for her annual checkup. She had attained menopause in her early 50's and had been on HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) ever since.

She was not suffering from any chronic disease, and considered herself reasonably healthy inspite of drinking several cups of coffee daily, consuming two alcoholic drinks in the evening and being an average smoker. Along with her other routine screening tests the doctor advised her to get a bone density test.

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No. of calories per serv: 355
No. of servings in this recipe: 4
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• Low Sugar
• Low Cholesterol
• High Fiber
• High Calcium

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