Good calcium intake, together with optimal vitamin D, has been shown to prevent possible bone loss. It’s thought that 1 in 2 post-menopausal women will have osteoporosis! Therefore, it’s important to start looking at your calcium intake during perimenopause.
After about the age of 35, the total amount of bone in the body begins to diminish. In women, the process begins fairly sharply with the onset of menopause, when estrogen levels drop dramatically.
Women can lose a whopping 10% of their bone when going through the menopausal transition. This is because the bone resorption rate increases, in response to a decrease in estrogen production.
The recommended calcium intake is around 1200 mg/day, together with sufficient vitamin D to ensure its absorption.
In addition, weight training and non-impact exercises such as balance are also important to prevent fractures.
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Expert nutritionist specializing in female health, hormone balance, gut health, pregnancy health, and weight loss. Private online consultations in Amsterdam. My passion is empowering women to achieve optimal health through personalized nutrition guidance. As a specialist in female health, I help women overcome common issues like gut problems, hormonal imbalances, fertility challenges, and weight loss struggles. With a focus on practical advice and expert support, I inspire women to take control of their well-being and live their best lives.
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