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About osteoporosis
Osteoporosis
 | Osteoporosis is characterised by reduced bone mass and deterioration of bone architecture, resulting in bone fragility and subsequently increased risk of fractures. With osteoporosis the bone is normal in composition, but deficient in quantity, quality and structural integrity. Osteoporosis has many contributing factors that include age, sex, genetics, nutrition and lifestyle. |
Animation: Osteoporosis
 | Osteoporosis occurs when the body fails to form enough new bone, or when too much old bone is readsorbed by the body, or both. Watch an animation about osteoporosis. |
Video: Osteoporosis and our bones
 | Bones are an important part of our bodies that we don't think about too much. Dr Joe Kosterich talks about the causes, signs, diagnosis, prevention, management and concerns of osteoporosis. Watch the video Osteoporosis and Our Bones. |
Osteoporosis fact sheet
 | During childhood and the teen years, particularly just before puberty, the body is very efficient at storing calcium and building strong bones. By our early twenties, peak bone mass is achieved. By age 65, both men and women lose bone at the same rate. For more information, see the fact sheet on osteoporosis. |
Nutrition and osteoporosis
Video: Nutrition and bone health
 | More than half of Australian teenagers aren't receiving their daily calcium requirements. Professor Weaver discusses health problems associated with calcium deficiency and strategies for improving nutrition. Watch the video Nutrition and Bone Health. |
Video: Milk and bone density
 | What's Good for You: Milk has a positive effect on bone density and maintenance. Watch the video Milk and Bone Density. |
Dairy
 | Children and adolescents should be encouraged to consume dairy products because this is the period of their lives in which they are building their peak bone mass and developing lifelong habits. Dairy products are generally defined as food products that are produced from milk. They are the major food source of calcium and protein in most developed countries. |
Tool: Calcium intake calculator
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Nutrition in adolescent girls
 | Adolescence is the transition period between childhood and adulthood; a window of opportunity for the improvement of nutritional status and correcting poor nutritional practices. This is about the same period puberty sets in, typically between the ages of 10 and 13 years in girls. Adolescent nutrition is important for supporting the physical growth of the body and for preventing future health problems. |
Nutrition in mature women
 | Nutritional status in old age is as important as in any other stage of the life cycle. Generally, energy needs decrease and protein requirements increase as you age. The risk of developing osteoporosis increases once a woman has reached menopause, and more calcium is needed to adjust for hormonal changes in the body. |
Patient experience videos
Osteoporosis: Management
 | Speaking from experience: People with osteoporosis discuss the management of their condition, the role their health carers play, and the importance of being aware of falling. Watch the video Osteoporosis: Management. (© Realtime Health) |
Osteoporosis: Diet and exercise
 | Speaking from experience: People with osteoporosis talk about simple ways they can help manage their condition, namely through diet and exercise. Watch the video Osteoporosis: Diet and Exercise. (© Realtime Health) |
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