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Osteoporosis

Pathway Contributor: Anne Carlson

Credentials:
RD

Contributions:

  • What role does vitamin B12 play in osteoporosis prevention and treatment in older adults?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • Do individuals with osteoporotic bone fracture compared to those who are at risk of osteoporosis have different nutrition recommendations?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • What is the role that vitamin K plays in osteoporosis? What is the preferred source of vitamin K?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • Is there an association between chronic gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and osteoporosis? If so, should individuals with osteoporosis be screened for chronic GI diseases, and vice versa? Should individuals with chronic GI disease follow specific nutrition recommendations to prevent bone loss?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • Does the intake of phytoestrogens help to prevent osteoporosis?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • What are the recommendations for calcium for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis? What is the most effective form of calcium supplement?  

    Role: Reviewer

  • What is the recommendation for vitamin D for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis? Is there a different recommendation for vitamin D2 compared to D3?  

    Role: Reviewer


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