FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Good sources of calcium include dairy foods like milk, yoghurt and cheese, calcium fortified foods (such as soy products) and, to a lesser degree, some leafy green vegetables and nuts and seeds. If you don’t have enough calcium in your diet, you may be at increased risk of developing osteoporosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -However, calcium and vitamin D supplementation is typically suggested as part of the treatment of osteoporosis, particularly for patients who are receiving osteoporosis medications.

Detailed explanation-3: -Approximately 50 percent of calcium is found in the blood. This is the false statement. Calcium makes up approximately 2 percent of our body weight. Of that, 99 percent is found in the bones and teeth as part of the hydroxyapatite crystal.

Detailed explanation-4: -Osteoporosis is more likely to occur in people who have: Low calcium intake. A lifelong lack of calcium plays a role in the development of osteoporosis. Low calcium intake contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.