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Osteoporosis and Women's Health
Bone is a living tissue that is continually being restructured through two types of cells. One type, called osteoblasts, build bone; the other, called osteoclasts, claw at the structure of the bone and break it down. When the ratio of breaking down occurs faster than bone is rebuilt, bones become fragile and less dense. By definition, that is osteoporosis.
Are there food or environmental factors that cause osteoclasts to become over active, eating away our bones, causing them to become week? Are there active steps we can take to slow or reverse that process? Can bones heal and become strong again?
In this two hour, live presentation, you will learn:
- The difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia
- The risk factors for developing osteoporosis and how to avoid them
- T-scores and Z-scores: Understanding the results of a bone density test
- When prescription drugs should be avoided-and when they are necessary
- Osteoporosis treatments: Which choices are best for you
- Calcium supplements: Which type to avoid and which types are best
- Beyond calcium, which supplements and foods are essential for osteoporosis prevention and bone health
At the conclusion of the presentation, a lifestyle program is presented that can be used to prevent osteoporosis and improve the health of your bones.
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NORMAL BONE
OSTEOPOROTIC BONE: Consider Opti-Bone
But is that assumption correct?
Today, it is estimated that 10 million individuals, most of whom are women, have osteoporosis and three times that number are showing the early signs of bone loss called osteopenia. It is assumed that at age 30, your bones are at your lifetime best, or your "peak bone mass." After this peak, "normal aging" causes the bone loss to begin.
Disclaimer: The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of Dr. Sherri Tenpenny unless otherwise noted. The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Dr. Sherri Tenpenny. You are encouraged to make decisions about your health and the health care of your family based upon your personal research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.
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