Our nutritional habits affect our musculoskeletal system as well as every system in our body.
In order to protect ourselves from osteoporosis, especially in later ages, we need to pay attention to our nutritional habits, starting from childhood.
Osteoporosis, i.e. Osteoporosis means that bones lose density. The decrease in bone mass causes an increase in bone fragility. Osteoporosis, which we know as a condition that is often seen due to age, can also be seen at an earlier age in cases of hormonal changes and chronic diseases.
In order to diagnose osteoporosis, it is necessary to use laboratory, radiological and nuclear medicine methods.
Starting from childhood, balanced Having a good eating habit and not neglecting foods rich in calcium reduces the risk of having brittle bones in later ages. Physical activity and regular exercise are very important in maintaining bone health. In particular, the effects of balance, strengthening and light weight training on increasing bone mass and muscle density have been shown by scientific studies.
Contrary to popular belief, calcium is not only found in milk and dairy products.
Here are a few examples of calcium-rich foods:
1- Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts
2- Seeds: Flaxseed, sesame
3- Unrefined grains: Buckwheat, millet, barley, oats, rye, wheat
/> 4- Fresh fruits: Found in almost all of them.
5- Dried fruits: Found in almost all of them.
6- Vegetables: There are those with dark green leaves, such as broccoli, spinach, celery
7- Legumes : Especially soybeans and lentils
8- Various herbs: Parsley, rosemary, sage, nettle
9- Honey and pollen
By regulating our eating habits as well as our activities in our daily lives, we can protect both our children and our children. We will have taken a very important step in the future of bone health and our own health.
Fortunately, as you can see in my photo, balance is important :)
I wish you healthy days when we will protect our bones.
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