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By: Judith Braun
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Diet plays an important role in osteoporosis prevention.
You can prevent suffering with ten foods.
According to the
German Rheumatism League,
osteoporosis (also called bone loss) is a widespread disease in which bones become porous and break easily.
At least six million people in Germany are affected by it, and it occurs primarily in older people.
To prevent the condition, you should attach great importance to calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
You can find out which foods contain calcium in particular here.
Preventing osteoporosis: Ten foods for your bone health
So that you are still fit as you get older: Prevent osteoporosis with a calcium-rich diet.
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Osteoporosis patients should drink
calcium-rich mineral water
with a calcium content of at least 300 mg/l and pay attention to a sodium content below 220 mg/l.
Sesame seeds
, rich in calcium, can be sprinkled over cereal or incorporated into dishes such as vegetable stir-fries to combat bone loss.
Dairy products like cheese
are good sources of calcium;
A daily intake of 1,000 mg of calcium is recommended, while for osteoporosis therapy 1,200-1,500 mg daily is recommended.
Kale
is an ideal source of calcium and not only promotes bone health but also eye health.
The vegetable is also said to prevent cancer.
Fennel
is rich in calcium and just one serving covers a quarter of an adult's daily calcium requirement.
Broccoli
is rich in calcium and, as a green vegetable, also contains a lot of vitamin K, which is also important for bone strength;
therefore, it is a good choice for osteoporosis.
Lamb's lettuce
is an important source of calcium.
It also contains a lot of vitamin K for bone health.
Nuts
such as hazelnuts and Brazil nuts are rich in calcium and can help meet daily needs, especially for osteoporosis.
Almonds
contain calcium and magnesium, which together can support healthy bones, making them a good option for osteoporosis patients.
In addition to calcium and vitamin D, magnesium is also important for bone development;
Foods like
spinach
,
raspberries
,
bananas
,
whole grains
, and
legumes
can help prevent or treat osteoporosis.
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