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Chapter 9
1. Define Bone Mineral Density and describe why low bone mineral density is a concern.
2. Describe the mechanism by which the body regulates calcium in the blood and in the bone. Make sure you discuss the hormones involved (including vitamin D which is now classified as a hormone and a vitamin).
3. List all the vitamins and minerals needed for healthy bones then give a good dietary source for each of them.
4. What are the risk factors for osteoporosis? Separate them into modifiable and non-modifiable.
5. How does physical activity even in young people help to prevent osteoporosis?
