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Antioxidant and Bone; Protect Your Future: A Brief Review
Peyman Mottaghi1, Parto Nasri2
1Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
Iranian Journal of Public Health
|November 1, 2021
Summary
World Osteoporosis Day raises awareness about bone health and osteoporosis prevention. This review highlights how various vitamins, beyond Vitamin D, are crucial for maintaining strong bones throughout life.
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Science
- Bone Biology
- Public Health
Background:
- Osteoporosis is a significant global health concern, with awareness campaigns like World Osteoporosis Day (established 1997) aiming to educate the public on disease prevention.
- Bone health is influenced by numerous factors from fetal development through old age, including genetics, age, nutrition, and vitamin status.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent developments in preventing bone loss and osteoporosis.
- To explore the role of various vitamins in maintaining bone health and preventing osteoporosis.
Main Methods:
- A mini-review of literature published between October 2009 and October 2019.
- Searches were conducted in PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and DOAJ using keywords related to osteoporosis, bone health, bone loss, and vitamins.
Main Results:
- Vitamin deficiency is a modifiable factor contributing to bone loss.
- Beyond Vitamin D, other vitamins play a beneficial role in maintaining bone health.
- Nutritional factors, particularly vitamins, are key to preventing osteoporosis.
Conclusions:
- Optimizing vitamin intake is essential for preventing osteoporosis and maintaining bone strength.
- Addressing nutritional factors, especially vitamin deficiencies, can help strengthen bones and improve quality of life in the elderly.
- Proactive management of bone health through nutrition can protect against future bone loss.
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