More than one in 10 Americans either has, or is at risk of developing, osteoporosis or other bone diseases. This poses a major, but largely unknown, health concern for the United States. Spurred on by concerns about cost, in both dollars and compromised lifestyle, that osteoporosis inflicts on the nation, the Surgeon General has launched a major campaign aimed at improving bone healthAccording to the Surgeon General's report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis there is both good news, and bad news.
The good news is that by making sure we getting enough calcium, vitamin D (remember, vitamin D promotes absorption of the calcium) and other nutrients such as magnesium, we are more likely to build strong bones, helping us stave off the effects of osteoporosis.
The bad news, however, is that more than 75% of Americans aren't getting enough calcium in their diet. The are calcium deficient, as it were.
Are you getting enough calcium? In trying to decide, consider the fact that a large majority of women in a recent study underestimated their daily calcium needs by at least half.
Taking calcium supplements every day can be a key element in the prevention and treatment calcium deficiency, helping your reduce your risks of osteoporosis.
