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Calcium needs in children.

Nancy Badenhop-Stevens1, Velimir Matkovic

  • 1Bone and Mineral Metabolism Laboratory, Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, USA.

Orthopedic Nursing
|September 24, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Adequate calcium intake is crucial for children and adolescents to build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis. Many young people don't get enough calcium, increasing their risk of bone fragility.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutrition Science
  • Bone Health

Background:

  • Childhood and adolescence are critical periods for bone acquisition.
  • Inadequate calcium intake during puberty can negatively impact bone density and peak bone mass.
  • Low calcium intake may lead to increased risk of bone fragility fractures in youth.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of calcium intake for bone health in children and adolescents.
  • To emphasize the need for behavioral changes to increase calcium consumption among young people.
  • To address the public health concern of insufficient calcium intake in youth.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on calcium requirements and bone health during growth.
  • Analysis of national standards for calcium intake in childhood and adolescence.
  • Identification of the gap between recommended and actual calcium consumption in young populations.

Main Results:

  • Optimal calcium intake is essential for achieving peak bone mass.
  • Most children and teenagers do not meet recommended daily calcium intake levels.
  • Insufficient calcium intake compromises volumetric bone density and predisposes to fractures.

Conclusions:

  • Promoting adequate calcium intake through diet is vital for primary osteoporosis prevention.
  • Behavioral interventions are needed to encourage higher calcium consumption in children and adolescents.
  • Addressing calcium deficiency in youth is critical for long-term skeletal health.

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