osteoporosis

Noun

Meaning

abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women

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After a full life he struggled with osteoporosis and dementia but never lost his kind disposition. Source: Internet

An estimated two-thirds of returning astronauts would develop osteopenia, a precursor to osteoporosis. Source: Internet

Annabelle M. Smith, "Veganism and osteoporosis: a review of the current literature," International Journal of Nursing Practice, 12(5), October 2006, pp. 302–306. Source: Internet

Data from the United States shows a decrease in osteoporosis within the general population and in white women, from 18% in 1994 to 10% in 2006. citation White and Asian people are at greater risk. Source: Internet

"A closer look at osteoporosis medication's mechanisms may improve outcomes: Teriparatide therapy increases production of bone-forming cells, but ending treatment may lead to unwanted effects." Source: Internet

Also an antioxidant, copper is required for the synthesis of red blood cells and may aid in preventing osteoporosis. Source: Internet

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