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The Relationship between Nutrient Patterns and Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women
Bolaji Lilian Ilesanmi-Oyelere1,2,3, Louise Brough4, Jane Coad5
1School of Food and Advanced Technology, Massey University, Tennent Drive, Palmerston North 4442, New Zealand. b.ilesanmi-oyelere@massey.ac.nz.
Nutrients
|June 6, 2019
Summary
Dietary patterns impact bone mineral density (BMD) in postmenopausal women. A diet rich in calcium, protein, riboflavin, and niacin supports spine BMD, while high vitamin E and omega-6 intake may harm hip and trochanter BMD.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Bone Metabolism
- Gerontology
Background:
- Menopause is linked to bone loss and nutritional imbalances.
- Understanding dietary influences on bone mineral density (BMD) is crucial for postmenopausal women's health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between nutrient patterns, specific bone-healthy nutrients, and BMD in postmenopausal women.
- To identify dietary factors that may positively or negatively affect bone health during menopause.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional analysis of 101 women aged 54-81 years.
- Bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition assessed via dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA).
- Nutrient intake analyzed from 3-day diet diaries; physical activity quantified using the New Zealand physical activity questionnaire (NZPAQ).
Main Results:
- Positive correlations found between calcium, protein, riboflavin, and niacin equivalent intake and spine BMD.
- A nutrient pattern rich in riboflavin, phosphorus, and calcium positively correlated with spine and femoral neck BMD.
- A pattern high in vitamin E, alpha-tocopherol, beta-carotene, and omega-6 fatty acids negatively correlated with hip and trochanter BMD.
Conclusions:
- Specific nutrients like calcium and protein are vital for maintaining spine BMD in postmenopausal women.
- Dietary patterns rich in certain vitamins and fatty acids can influence bone health outcomes.
- High intake of vitamin E, alpha-tocopherol, and omega-6 fatty acids may be detrimental to bone health in this demographic.
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