While both men and women require
an appropriate amount of calcium to build bone mass during their early
developmental years, women have a greater risk of developing osteoporosis, a
progressive loss of bone mass due to aging. This makes women more susceptible
to fractures and possibly loss of teeth from weakening of the jawbone.
For women in the age range of
19-24 years, the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of calcium is 1,200
milligrams. This decreases to 800 milligrams thereafter. Foods rich in calcium
include milk, cheese and ice cream, but these also are high in calories and
fat. So, shop wisely and check the
labels. Alternatives such as skim or no fat milk will solve the problem. There
are a reasonable variety of cheeses and yogurts that are low fat as well as ice
cream substitutes. Besides dairy, other healthy foods rich in calcium are
salmon, tofu (soybean curd), broccoli, peas, beans, nuts and calcium-enriched
grain products.
If we can be of assistance or answer any questions surrounding
your oral health, do not hesitate to contact us or call for a complimentary consultation. We serve Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell,
Dunwoody, East Cobb, greater Marietta, Woodstock, Acworth, Buckhead and Vinings
communities.
Novy Scheinfeld, DDS. PC.
290 Carpenter Drive, 200A
Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA 30328
404-256-3620
info@rightsmilecenter.com
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