BONUS: Keeping our bones and bodies strong as we age (Stronger Bones at Every Age, Part 4)
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May 26, 2025
As we age, keeping our bones strong is crucial. Discover vital nutritional and lifestyle strategies to maintain bone density, including the roles of protein, calcium, and vitamin D. Learn how physical activity can help combat age-related muscle loss and reduce the risk of fractures. Embrace practical tips that promote mobility and independence in later life. It's all about staying strong and healthy as we navigate our senior years!
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Bone Loss and Fracture Risk in Seniors
Bone remodeling slows with age, tipping towards bone loss.
Fractures in seniors, especially hip fractures, threaten mobility and increase mortality risk.
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Nutrient Needs in Aging
Older adults often eat less, risking nutrient shortfalls.
Ensure adequate intake of calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and potassium to support bone health.
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Increase Protein Intake in Elders
Protein needs increase with age due to anabolic resistance.
Older adults should aim for 1.2 to 1.5 grams of protein per kg to preserve muscle and bones.
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As we enter our senior years, bone loss accelerates and the risk of fractures rises—but there’s still plenty we can do. In this final episode of our special series "Stronger Bones at Every Age," we share practical nutrition, lifestyle, and exercise strategies to preserve bone density, reduce fall risk, and maintain mobility and independence in later life.
"Stronger Bones at Every Age" is a special limited series made possible in part by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff. This series is dedicated to providing the same evidence-based, unbiased information you've come to expect from the Nutrition Diva, reflecting the editorial integrity and professional expertise of our host.
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