[Osteoporosis and supplements].
Osteoporosis could be prevented by adequate diet and exercise. Dietary supplements are also available to increase bone mass density and prevent osteoporosis. Market of dietary supplements are driven by commercial industries, and medical personnel is rarely involved in administrating proper dose of supplements. Some are proven to be effective;calcium, vitamin D, vitamin K, and isoflavone. Combined use of multivitamins and multiminerals with calcium or vitamin D can lead to hypercalcemia and can be toxic. Proper use of supplements should be directed to patients.
Kido
Makiko
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Department of Nephrology and Endocrinology, University of Tokyo, Faculty of Medicine.
D019587:Dietary Supplements; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000178:diet therapy*