Calcium And Osteoporosis

Question 1

What are some sources of calcium?

Answer 1

Milk
Cheese
Leafy green vegetables

Question 2

What are the functions of calcium?

Answer 2

Bone & teeth formation
Blood clotting

Question 3

What are the symptoms of calcium deficiency?

Answer 3

Rickets in kids
Osteoporosis
Osteomalacia
Tooth decay
Slow blood clotting

Question 4

What is the RDA of calcium for kids and adults?

Answer 4

800-1200mg

Question 5

What helps calcium absorption?

Answer 5

Vitamin D
Oestrogen

Question 6

What inhibits calcium absorption?

Answer 6

Phytic acid in Wholegrains
Oxalic acid in rhubarb
Tannins in tea and coffee

Question 7

What is osteoporosis?

Answer 7

A condition where bones become weak & porous, leading to easy fractures due to loss of bone mass.

Question 8

What are the risk factors for osteoporosis?

Answer 8

Lack of calcium or Vitamin D in diet, gender (females post-menopause), age (older individuals), and hereditary factors.

Question 9

What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?

Answer 9

Brittle bones, loss of height, neck & back pain, loss of bone density, and easy bone fractures.

Question 10

What is peak bone mass?

Answer 10

Up to 90% of bone mass is achieved by age 18 in girls and 20 in boys, marking maximum strength & density.