CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
OSTEOPOROSIS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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drinking soda
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exercise regularly
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being a nonsmoker
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eating a calcium rich diet
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Detailed explanation-1: -The study followed participants for 25 years and then checked their bone mineral densities. The authors did not find an association between non-cola carbonated beverages and lower bone mineral density in either men or women. Nor did they find an association between cola consumption and lower bone density in men.
Detailed explanation-2: -The theory is that the phosphoric acid (phosphate) used to enhance flavor in some carbonated beverages can interfere with calcium absorption and result in the loss of calcium from bone. Fortunately, there’s no good evidence that a high phosphate intake affects bone metabolism or bone density.
Detailed explanation-3: -So, to follow an osteoporosis-prevention diet, drink decaf coffees and teas and limit consumption of sugary foods, especially those that contain caffeine, such as chocolate.