1. OsteoporosisPresented by the Dairy and NutritionCouncil

2. Outline Pre-test Definition Occurrence Risk Factors Signs andSymptoms IncorporatingDairy Recipe Ideas Post-test 3. What is OsteoporosisOsteoporosistranslates toporous bones.This is a diseasewhere the matrix inside of the bone has become weakand brittle, whichcan causebones to fracture or break easily.Bones canbecome sobrittle that every-day activitiessuch ascoughing cancause fractures. 4. Prevalence 1 in 5 women over theage of 50 haveosteoporosis About half of allwomen over the ageof 50 will experience afracture of the hip,wrist, or spinalvertebra 5. Risk FactorsInherited Factors Lifestyle Factors Gender Decreased or low calciumMore common in womenintakeDiminished bone density Frame Size Tobacco useSmaller frames or thosewith low BMIs are at aCan contribute tohigher risk weakened bones Race Eating disordersIncreased risk forIncreases risk for low bonedensityCaucasian and Asiandecent Sedentary lifestyle Age Lack of weight-bearingexercise increases riskAging increasesosteoporosis risk Excessive alcoholconsumption Family HistoryCan interfere with theHaving family members bodys ability to absorbwith osteoporosis calcium 6. Signs and Symptoms Bone pain or tenderness Fractures with little or no trauma Loss of height over time Neck or low back pain due to fractures Stooped posture, 7. Prevention Consume adequate calcium and vitamin D- rich foods daily Do weight-bearing exercise each day such as walking or lifting light weights Avoid smoking or excessive alcohol consumption 8. Incorporate Dairy! Dairy products arenaturally rich incalcium, vitamin D,and phosphorus to aidin bone health Additionally, dairyproducts are alsoexcellent sources ofprotein, magnesium,potassium, water,carbohydrates, and Bvitamins 9. Aim for 3 Servings Daily Try to consume 3servings of calcium-richdairy each day Vary your choices! Milk Yogurt Cheeses Ice Cream One serving equals: Sour Cream8 oz milk = 6 oz of yogurt = 1 oz cheese Cottage Cheese Cream Cheese 10. Recipe Idea! Make arefreshingsmoothie.Simply blend your choice offruit and low fat milk or yogurt to make a deliciouscalcium-rich beverage. For a sweeter treat, try adding low fatice cream or frozen yogurt! 11. ReferencesOsteoporosis. Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia. January 4, 2010.Available at:http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000360.htm. AccessedJune 24, 2010.Osteoporosis. MayoClinic.com. April 8, 2010. Available at:http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/osteoporosis/DS00128. AccessedJune 23, 2010.