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5 Temmuz 2012 Perşembe
Alternative jobs for graduates without their RD credential
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The semester is finally starting to wind down for me. Fortunately, this also means that I graduate soon. I decided not to do the January match for dietetic internships because the ones that I am interested in applying to only have the April match. I already have a job as a dietary aide at a hospital, but I will soon be over-qualified for this position. I’m hoping I can get a little more work experience under my belt before the internship would start (if I got one), but what sort of jobs can I get with a B.S. in Dietetics but without the RD credential?????I’ve been searching and asking around and here’s what I’ve come up with so far:
Touching the Lives of Children through Nutrition Education
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1st Week of Nutrition Education
One of the best parts of this rotation is being able to touch the lives of children through classroom lessons. I had the opportunity this past week to work with kids in 2nd grade and kindergarten at a couple different schools throughout the district. Reaching kids through nutrition education is one of the reasons I am so interested in a career in school food service. It is at this age that nutrition education can make a critical impact in inspiring kids to live a healthy lifestyle and eat a nutritious diet. Here are a couple activities that we held with the children:
With the second grade class we held a “tasting party.” This was the third lesson with the nutrition educator that they have had this year. Foods that each child was given to sample included cucumbers, yellow squash, broccoli, grapes and a whole grain cracker. The kids were given a survey to document how much they liked each food they tried which they could then bring home to their parents. Most of the kids liked all the fresh foods that they tried and many of them said they had eaten something that they never had tried before!
We focused on MyPlate and the food groups with the kindergarten class. This group was so enthusiastic to learn and answer questions. After discussing all the food groups the kids were given paper plates and crayons so they could draw their own healthy plate. Here is a picture of the finished plates that were hung in the windows outside the school cafeteria for everyone to see:
This coming week will also be filled with nutrition education lessons. I will also be busy devising a proposal for the school wide nutrition campaign that will take place in January. It will be a busy week!
One of the best parts of this rotation is being able to touch the lives of children through classroom lessons. I had the opportunity this past week to work with kids in 2nd grade and kindergarten at a couple different schools throughout the district. Reaching kids through nutrition education is one of the reasons I am so interested in a career in school food service. It is at this age that nutrition education can make a critical impact in inspiring kids to live a healthy lifestyle and eat a nutritious diet. Here are a couple activities that we held with the children:
With the second grade class we held a “tasting party.” This was the third lesson with the nutrition educator that they have had this year. Foods that each child was given to sample included cucumbers, yellow squash, broccoli, grapes and a whole grain cracker. The kids were given a survey to document how much they liked each food they tried which they could then bring home to their parents. Most of the kids liked all the fresh foods that they tried and many of them said they had eaten something that they never had tried before!
We focused on MyPlate and the food groups with the kindergarten class. This group was so enthusiastic to learn and answer questions. After discussing all the food groups the kids were given paper plates and crayons so they could draw their own healthy plate. Here is a picture of the finished plates that were hung in the windows outside the school cafeteria for everyone to see:
This coming week will also be filled with nutrition education lessons. I will also be busy devising a proposal for the school wide nutrition campaign that will take place in January. It will be a busy week!
Looking back on my first semester of graduate school...
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Wow, this semester flew by! My first semester with graduate school has definitely been an overall positive experience, and I am very excited for next semester as well!
Here are some things to recap about my semester:
By: Lindsey Pfau
Here are some things to recap about my semester:
- Moving to a completely new place, thousands of miles from home was emotionally challenging. Socially, it always takes some time to make friends; however being in a master’s program, I found that many people in the department were in the same situation as I was in. Additionally, most people in my department are very similar as we share common interests and passions for nutrition and health; friendships formed quickly.
- The first month was academically challenging, as any semester can be, to get to know my professors and let them get to know me. I had to put myself out there and network with teachers and the department as I had no connections like I did in undergraduate.
- Although I became acquainted with classes and the school, I was challenged mentally throughout the entirety of the semester. I feel as if my first semester of graduate school nearly doubled everything that I learned in my entire 4 years of undergraduate! The pace of learning was fast, but efficient. I feel very satisfied with my decision to go to graduate school. I wouldn't have wanted to enter the workforce without the knowledge that I have now.
By: Lindsey Pfau
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Presenting my first case study
My second week of my nutrition education was one of the busiest yet! I enjoyed teaching nutrition education classes to kids in kindergarten and first and second graders. I also conducted a needs assessment for all the grades at the elementary school where I will be holding a nutrition campaign in January.
On top of my regular rotation assignments I had my first case study presentation to give this week. Usually the interns can choose which case study they want to present, but I have only written one case study, a cardiology case study, thus far so that was the subject of my presentation. Here are a few tips that I use when preparing for and giving presentations:
By: Amanda Bot
My second week of my nutrition education was one of the busiest yet! I enjoyed teaching nutrition education classes to kids in kindergarten and first and second graders. I also conducted a needs assessment for all the grades at the elementary school where I will be holding a nutrition campaign in January.
On top of my regular rotation assignments I had my first case study presentation to give this week. Usually the interns can choose which case study they want to present, but I have only written one case study, a cardiology case study, thus far so that was the subject of my presentation. Here are a few tips that I use when preparing for and giving presentations:
- Tailor the presentation to your audience. For this week’s presentation, my audience was mainly dietetic interns and dietitians at my internship. When you are presenting to an audience of people who work in your field of study you are free to use more technical dialect. If I were presenting to an audience of the general population I would make sure to use less technical terms such as “the body’s iron stores” instead of “hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.”
- Dress to impress. Not only does dressing professionally increase your credibility with your audience but it can also increase your confidence in yourself. I recommend investing in a nice classic suit and to not wear distracting accessories (no feathered headbands, chunky necklaces etc.).
- Make handouts. At the very least just make copies of your presentation slides in notes format so your audience has something to jot their thoughts onto. If you have a critique sheet, staple it to the back of your handout. Having a handout will really show them that you thought ahead and are prepared for your presentation.
- Keep track of time. Keeping within the allotted time can be a challenge, especially if you tend to talk fast when nervous. I like to estimate approximately one minute per slide of my presentation. I also prepare slides that I can elaborate on if I need to extend my presentation time. Be careful not to go over time as well. Speeding through the last, and often most important slides of the presentation does not leave a good final impression on your audience.
- Smile and speak confidently. Most people experience some level of nervousness before a big presentation. Even if you are nervous, if you speak with confidence and smile, your audience will never know!
Amanda's Career Goals and Reflection over 1st half of DI
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Half Way There!
It is amazing for me to think that one year ago at this time I was putting my dietetic internship application packets together, not even sure which internships I was going to apply to. Now I am five months into my internship, with only five months to go until I am eligible to sit for the RD exam. The internship so far has challenged me and prepared me for a career as a dietitian in ways far beyond what I learned in the classroom.
One of the best things I have learned thus far is that I am certain that pursuing a career in school food service is the path I want to take. The rising need for dietitians in schools and the regulatory changes facing school nutrition programs are two reasons why this career path appeals to me. Here are a few of the benefits that working as a dietitian in a school nutrition program offers:
If you are interested in a career as a school dietitian or would like to know more about why I think it is such an exciting career path, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have! I hope finals are wrapping up well and that the holiday break brings some much needed time for rejuvenation and relaxation.
It is amazing for me to think that one year ago at this time I was putting my dietetic internship application packets together, not even sure which internships I was going to apply to. Now I am five months into my internship, with only five months to go until I am eligible to sit for the RD exam. The internship so far has challenged me and prepared me for a career as a dietitian in ways far beyond what I learned in the classroom.
One of the best things I have learned thus far is that I am certain that pursuing a career in school food service is the path I want to take. The rising need for dietitians in schools and the regulatory changes facing school nutrition programs are two reasons why this career path appeals to me. Here are a few of the benefits that working as a dietitian in a school nutrition program offers:
- You get to work with kids! There were so many people in my college classes who were interested in pursuing a career as a pediatric dietitian. Rather than working with kids who are already sick, school dietitians can work with kids proactively by promoting nutrition education and nutrition integrity in the meals offered in school.
- The variety of positions available to dietitians. As a dietitian you can get a job as a nutrition educator, a manager of school kitchen, an area supervisor for a district or the director of food service for an entire school district. No two school districts are alike so you can also have a variety of options in the type of school food service program you would like to work in.
- Opportunities for career advancement. Depending on where your strengths and career goals lie, school nutrition programs can offer many opportunities for professional growth. This is especially true if you are interested in nutrition management and business.
- Great work schedule. Depending on the position, school dietitians may get the summer months off and for sure the holidays as wells as most weekends (nutrition conferences may take up a weekend day or two).
If you are interested in a career as a school dietitian or would like to know more about why I think it is such an exciting career path, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have! I hope finals are wrapping up well and that the holiday break brings some much needed time for rejuvenation and relaxation.
4 Temmuz 2012 Çarşamba
Top Five Foods For Bone Health
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If you're worried about maintaining bone health and preventing osteoporosis you're not alone. It has been suggested that osteoporosis affects up to 10% of the population of western nations at any given time.
Despite what advertising might commonly say, there is far more to bone health than just drinking milk. In fact, the high levels of vitamin A in milk, have been associated with increased risk of osteoporosis and lowered bone density.
Here are our top five dairy free foods for building good quality, healthy bones.
Tip 1 - Use Omega 3 Fats to Build Bones
There are many advantages for including a good quality fish oil supplement in your daily diet. Did you know though, that omega 3 fatty acids can also help to improve bone density and prevent the progression of osteoporosis?
A high level of inflammatory agents in the body, increases the activity of the cells responsible for the break down of bone. This leads to reduced bone density, and a diagnosis of osteoporosis. Regular use of an omega 3 supplement helps to lower overall inflammation and can slow down the activity of these cells.
Results from fish oil supplementation are quite fast. Supplementation with as little as a teaspoon of fish oil per day, can show results on the biomarkers for osteoporosis in as little as 4-6 months.
Tip 2 - Enjoy Blueberries In Your Smoothie
Stuck for something to add to your shakes for that breakfast on the run? Why not add blueberries?
Antioxidant rich blueberries are also a great source of osteoporosis fighting phytonutrients. In a number of studies blueberries, and other members of the berry family, have been shown to reduce the risk of osteoporosis as we age. Much of this protection comes from their valuable role in supporting hormones during and after menopause.
Make sure to choose organic, blueberries to avoid many of the pesticides and other chemicals that are commonly used during growing.
Tip 3 - Onions Bad For Your Breath, Good For Your Bones
Who doesn't like onions, they are good for so many different things; sautéed onions and garlic can make any meal a masterpiece. You might not realise it, but onions are also exceptionally powerful osteoporosis fighters!
Onions, are one of the highest food sources of quercetin. This nutrient has been shown to reduce the activity, and to promote the death of cells known as osteoclasts. One of the functions of osteoclasts is to break down and remove bone as part of the remodelling process.
Increasing dietary sources of quercetin makes sure that bone is being replaced faster than it is being broken down. This helps to increase bone density and prevents osteoporosis.
Tip 4 - Harness the Energy of Bees
We all know how busy bees are don't we? What if we could harness that energy to improve our bone health?
Bee products, including bee pollen, royal jelly and propolis are powerful superfoods that can really enhance your overall health. Osteoporosis and increasing bone density is no exception. In a number of different studies, bee pollen has been shown to help offset bone density loss due to the affects of ageing.
Bee pollen is a perfect accompaniment to blueberries from tip one and can be easily added to smoothies and shakes. Most health food stores stock bee pollen.
Tip 5 - Maca, Bone Booster from Peru
This root vegetable from Peru is an absolute must have for anyone seeking to reverse osteoporosis and improve bone density.
Maca, a super food jammed packed with nutrients, has long been used in natural health and traditional medicine for maintaining health and wellbeing as we age. Acting as a hormone balancer, maca helps to prevent the symptoms of osteoporosis commonly associated with menopause.
The Importance of A Healthy Lifestyle
While diet is an important part of preventing osteoporosis and preserving bone density, it is not the only part. A complete osteoporosis prevention strategy has to include regular exercise and sensible sun exposure.
Consult with your natural health provider today about other effective strategies that can help you.
Marianne Fernance is the founding Naturopath for Brisbane Naturopath Passion4Health.
For more informative articles on natural health go to our website at http://www.passion4health.com.au/articles.html.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Marianne_Fernance
If you're worried about maintaining bone health and preventing osteoporosis you're not alone. It has been suggested that osteoporosis affects up to 10% of the population of western nations at any given time.
Despite what advertising might commonly say, there is far more to bone health than just drinking milk. In fact, the high levels of vitamin A in milk, have been associated with increased risk of osteoporosis and lowered bone density.
Here are our top five dairy free foods for building good quality, healthy bones.
Tip 1 - Use Omega 3 Fats to Build Bones
There are many advantages for including a good quality fish oil supplement in your daily diet. Did you know though, that omega 3 fatty acids can also help to improve bone density and prevent the progression of osteoporosis?
A high level of inflammatory agents in the body, increases the activity of the cells responsible for the break down of bone. This leads to reduced bone density, and a diagnosis of osteoporosis. Regular use of an omega 3 supplement helps to lower overall inflammation and can slow down the activity of these cells.
Results from fish oil supplementation are quite fast. Supplementation with as little as a teaspoon of fish oil per day, can show results on the biomarkers for osteoporosis in as little as 4-6 months.
Tip 2 - Enjoy Blueberries In Your Smoothie
Stuck for something to add to your shakes for that breakfast on the run? Why not add blueberries?
Antioxidant rich blueberries are also a great source of osteoporosis fighting phytonutrients. In a number of studies blueberries, and other members of the berry family, have been shown to reduce the risk of osteoporosis as we age. Much of this protection comes from their valuable role in supporting hormones during and after menopause.
Make sure to choose organic, blueberries to avoid many of the pesticides and other chemicals that are commonly used during growing.
Tip 3 - Onions Bad For Your Breath, Good For Your Bones
Who doesn't like onions, they are good for so many different things; sautéed onions and garlic can make any meal a masterpiece. You might not realise it, but onions are also exceptionally powerful osteoporosis fighters!
Onions, are one of the highest food sources of quercetin. This nutrient has been shown to reduce the activity, and to promote the death of cells known as osteoclasts. One of the functions of osteoclasts is to break down and remove bone as part of the remodelling process.
Increasing dietary sources of quercetin makes sure that bone is being replaced faster than it is being broken down. This helps to increase bone density and prevents osteoporosis.
Tip 4 - Harness the Energy of Bees
We all know how busy bees are don't we? What if we could harness that energy to improve our bone health?
Bee products, including bee pollen, royal jelly and propolis are powerful superfoods that can really enhance your overall health. Osteoporosis and increasing bone density is no exception. In a number of different studies, bee pollen has been shown to help offset bone density loss due to the affects of ageing.
Bee pollen is a perfect accompaniment to blueberries from tip one and can be easily added to smoothies and shakes. Most health food stores stock bee pollen.
Tip 5 - Maca, Bone Booster from Peru
This root vegetable from Peru is an absolute must have for anyone seeking to reverse osteoporosis and improve bone density.
Maca, a super food jammed packed with nutrients, has long been used in natural health and traditional medicine for maintaining health and wellbeing as we age. Acting as a hormone balancer, maca helps to prevent the symptoms of osteoporosis commonly associated with menopause.
The Importance of A Healthy Lifestyle
While diet is an important part of preventing osteoporosis and preserving bone density, it is not the only part. A complete osteoporosis prevention strategy has to include regular exercise and sensible sun exposure.
Consult with your natural health provider today about other effective strategies that can help you.
Marianne Fernance is the founding Naturopath for Brisbane Naturopath Passion4Health.
For more informative articles on natural health go to our website at http://www.passion4health.com.au/articles.html.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Marianne_Fernance
Restoring Bone Density
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It wasn't until 2004, when the then U.S Surgeon General Richard Carmona, warned about the dangers of osteoporosis, that this disease was being given some much needed attention. More than 44 million Americans at that time were affected by osteoporosis, and there were nearly 300,000 hospitalizations because of this condition. The statistics show that the disease has been becoming more prevalent.
Over one and half million people over the age of 62 will suffer a fracture of the spine, wrist, elbow, knee, or hip. Of the 300,000 hospitalizations mentioned above, 25 percent of those with hip fractures will die within a year. Although more women are affected, men are equally at risk. Men usually have more bone density than women and don't start losing this density until about the age of 70, whereas women start around age 62. Because of this, their healthcare providers do not monitor their bone density levels as they would with a women patient. Men need to be made aware that they are as much at risk as are women, and should discuss this with their healthcare provider.
Bone is a porous network called "trabecular bone", resembling a very fine sponge. It is also made up mineral (inorganic) and a non-mineral (organic) matrix. The most common areas where trabecular bone is lost are the spine, neck of the femur (thigh bone), the far end of the radial bone (at the wrist), shoulder, and the ribs. Other areas of the skeleton can be involved as well.
When bone density diminishes in one or more vertebrae, the result can be a crush fracture. The usual site for this happening is the 8th thoracic vertebra and below. (mid-back area). The patient may not be aware of this occurrence at the time, but as time goes on, the back develops an ache before becoming an ongoing extremely painful condition. The individual may also develop a rounded condition called a Kyphosis. This condition is also very often referred to as "Widows Hump". Very often hip fractures will occur spontaneously, even when there is no trauma associated with the occurrence. The individual may be in the act of just sitting down, or bending when the fracture occurs.
Very often the individual will not be aware that they have lost bone density, and is still losing bone density, until they have experienced some form of trauma, such as a fall, a bear hug greeting, or even when riding in a car and there is a sudden sharp stop, causing a jolt to the body. This trauma will cause the exacerbation of the condition that may have been dormant for many years.
The onset of bone density loss can be due to many different causes. These can be hormonal, inadequate intestinal calcium absorption, poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. As we get older, there can be more problems with absorption of nutrients, so loss of bone density may also be age related. If you combine poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle at an early age, you will almost be sure to develop age related osteoporosis. If the condition is not addressed at the earliest possible time, the individual becomes more prone to fractures. Therefore, if anyone starts to experience aches or pains for no apparent reasons, it is incumbent upon them to seek advice from their healthcare provider to get a definitive diagnosis and receive proper treatment. The healthcare provider will surely order X-rays that will provide evidence if crush fractures are indeed present.
Read in health hints below how to prevent and cope with bone density loss. The optimum word is prevention. The sooner one starts a program of prevention, the less bone density they will lose as they get older and will escape the pitfalls of osteoporosis.
Health Hints****
1. As mentioned above, it is important to see your healthcare provider if any symptoms are starting to occur. If the subject of doing a bone density test is not brought up, it is incumbent upon the patient to bring it up. Tell the doctor that you would like to have the test performed.
2. Diet is extremely important in the maintenance of healthy bone mass. The diet should include foods rich in calcium. These foods include dairy foods, such as yogurt, low-fat milk and cheese, preferably the low-fat variety. Green leafy vegetables and broccoli should be a part of the diet. Vary your diet by eating different vegetables each day. Fish, such as salmon, sardines scallops and oysters should be eaten twice weekly. Look for breakfast cereals and juices that have been fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Another important nutrient for increasing bone density is vitamin K and is needed for proper blood clotting. Maintaining a normal clotting factor is vital for the transportation of calcium throughout the entire body.
3. If you feel you cannot sustain a proper diet, you should take a proper supplement in order to fortify the diet, making sure that you get the necessary requirements. This too, should be discussed with your. Doctor. It is important to take a multivitamin and mineral supplement daily. The supplement you take should also contain. the needed vitamin D and vitamin K. The vitamin D aids in the absorption of the. calcium and the vitamin K in its transportation. Before the age of 50, both men and women should take 1,000 mg. of calcium and 400 IU of vitamin D on a daily basis. After age 62, they should increase the calcium to 1,200 mg. of calcium and 600 to 800 IU of vitamin D. If you are not getting enough exposure to the sun, some nutritionists believe that 1000 IU of vitamin D is appropriate.
4. Smoking will decrease bone density and should be stopped.
5. Alcohol should not be used excessively. Women are permitted one glass of wine daily and men are permitted two glasses daily
6. Caffeine should be reduced as much as possible.
7. Being overweight can be a contributing factor to bone density loss and every effort should be made to loss weight.
8. Exercise can be one of the most important things you can do to maintain and improve your bone density levels. Sedentary lifestyles have been one of the greatest contributors of developing osteoporosis. It is important to keep moving as much as possible. Walk whenever possible. Swim, ride a bicycle, go bowling, golfing or play tennis, whatever suits you. Find an exercise program that you are happy with, one that you won't give up within a week or a month.
It is important to remember that it is never too late, or you are never too old to improve your bone density levels. By doing so, you reduce your chances of sustaining any type of fracture.
Dr. Emanuel M. Cane, D.C.
http://www.doctorsexercise.com
doc1@gate.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Emanuel_Cane
It wasn't until 2004, when the then U.S Surgeon General Richard Carmona, warned about the dangers of osteoporosis, that this disease was being given some much needed attention. More than 44 million Americans at that time were affected by osteoporosis, and there were nearly 300,000 hospitalizations because of this condition. The statistics show that the disease has been becoming more prevalent.
Over one and half million people over the age of 62 will suffer a fracture of the spine, wrist, elbow, knee, or hip. Of the 300,000 hospitalizations mentioned above, 25 percent of those with hip fractures will die within a year. Although more women are affected, men are equally at risk. Men usually have more bone density than women and don't start losing this density until about the age of 70, whereas women start around age 62. Because of this, their healthcare providers do not monitor their bone density levels as they would with a women patient. Men need to be made aware that they are as much at risk as are women, and should discuss this with their healthcare provider.
Bone is a porous network called "trabecular bone", resembling a very fine sponge. It is also made up mineral (inorganic) and a non-mineral (organic) matrix. The most common areas where trabecular bone is lost are the spine, neck of the femur (thigh bone), the far end of the radial bone (at the wrist), shoulder, and the ribs. Other areas of the skeleton can be involved as well.
When bone density diminishes in one or more vertebrae, the result can be a crush fracture. The usual site for this happening is the 8th thoracic vertebra and below. (mid-back area). The patient may not be aware of this occurrence at the time, but as time goes on, the back develops an ache before becoming an ongoing extremely painful condition. The individual may also develop a rounded condition called a Kyphosis. This condition is also very often referred to as "Widows Hump". Very often hip fractures will occur spontaneously, even when there is no trauma associated with the occurrence. The individual may be in the act of just sitting down, or bending when the fracture occurs.
Very often the individual will not be aware that they have lost bone density, and is still losing bone density, until they have experienced some form of trauma, such as a fall, a bear hug greeting, or even when riding in a car and there is a sudden sharp stop, causing a jolt to the body. This trauma will cause the exacerbation of the condition that may have been dormant for many years.
The onset of bone density loss can be due to many different causes. These can be hormonal, inadequate intestinal calcium absorption, poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. As we get older, there can be more problems with absorption of nutrients, so loss of bone density may also be age related. If you combine poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle at an early age, you will almost be sure to develop age related osteoporosis. If the condition is not addressed at the earliest possible time, the individual becomes more prone to fractures. Therefore, if anyone starts to experience aches or pains for no apparent reasons, it is incumbent upon them to seek advice from their healthcare provider to get a definitive diagnosis and receive proper treatment. The healthcare provider will surely order X-rays that will provide evidence if crush fractures are indeed present.
Read in health hints below how to prevent and cope with bone density loss. The optimum word is prevention. The sooner one starts a program of prevention, the less bone density they will lose as they get older and will escape the pitfalls of osteoporosis.
Health Hints****
1. As mentioned above, it is important to see your healthcare provider if any symptoms are starting to occur. If the subject of doing a bone density test is not brought up, it is incumbent upon the patient to bring it up. Tell the doctor that you would like to have the test performed.
2. Diet is extremely important in the maintenance of healthy bone mass. The diet should include foods rich in calcium. These foods include dairy foods, such as yogurt, low-fat milk and cheese, preferably the low-fat variety. Green leafy vegetables and broccoli should be a part of the diet. Vary your diet by eating different vegetables each day. Fish, such as salmon, sardines scallops and oysters should be eaten twice weekly. Look for breakfast cereals and juices that have been fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Another important nutrient for increasing bone density is vitamin K and is needed for proper blood clotting. Maintaining a normal clotting factor is vital for the transportation of calcium throughout the entire body.
3. If you feel you cannot sustain a proper diet, you should take a proper supplement in order to fortify the diet, making sure that you get the necessary requirements. This too, should be discussed with your. Doctor. It is important to take a multivitamin and mineral supplement daily. The supplement you take should also contain. the needed vitamin D and vitamin K. The vitamin D aids in the absorption of the. calcium and the vitamin K in its transportation. Before the age of 50, both men and women should take 1,000 mg. of calcium and 400 IU of vitamin D on a daily basis. After age 62, they should increase the calcium to 1,200 mg. of calcium and 600 to 800 IU of vitamin D. If you are not getting enough exposure to the sun, some nutritionists believe that 1000 IU of vitamin D is appropriate.
4. Smoking will decrease bone density and should be stopped.
5. Alcohol should not be used excessively. Women are permitted one glass of wine daily and men are permitted two glasses daily
6. Caffeine should be reduced as much as possible.
7. Being overweight can be a contributing factor to bone density loss and every effort should be made to loss weight.
8. Exercise can be one of the most important things you can do to maintain and improve your bone density levels. Sedentary lifestyles have been one of the greatest contributors of developing osteoporosis. It is important to keep moving as much as possible. Walk whenever possible. Swim, ride a bicycle, go bowling, golfing or play tennis, whatever suits you. Find an exercise program that you are happy with, one that you won't give up within a week or a month.
It is important to remember that it is never too late, or you are never too old to improve your bone density levels. By doing so, you reduce your chances of sustaining any type of fracture.
Dr. Emanuel M. Cane, D.C.
http://www.doctorsexercise.com
doc1@gate.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Emanuel_Cane
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