Tips and tricks to increase Bone mineral density presentation.pptx
1. “Tips an Tricks to Increase Bone
Mineral
Density (BMD)”
Slide : Title Slide
Title: Tips and Tricks to Increase Bone
Mineral
Density
Subtitle: Strengthening Bones for a
Healthier
Future
Presented by: [Your Name]
2. Slide 2: What is Bone Mineral Density?
• BMD refers to the amount of minerals (mostly
calcium and phosphorus) in a specific volume
of bone.
• It indicates bone strength and risk of
fractures.
• Low BMD = risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
3. Slide 3: Ensure Sufficient Calcium
Intake
• Adults need IOOO—I2OO mg of calcium daily.
• Include dairy, leafy greens, tofu, almonds,
ragi, and fortified foods.
• Supplement if dietary intake is insufficient
(after doctor's advice).
4. =’ Siide 4: Boost Vitamin Levels
• Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption.
• Get IO—3O mins of sunlight exposure daily.
• Include egg yolks, fatty fish, and fortified
milk.
• Supplements if levels are low (<3O ng/mL).
5. *B* Slide 5: Do Weight-Bea ring
and Resistance Exercises
• Brisk walking, dancing, jogging,
skipping
strengthen bones.
• Strength training increasesmuscle pull
on
bones.
• Aim for at least 3O mins, 5 days a
week.
6. «
» Slide ó: Avoid Bone Thieves
(Smoking, Excess Alcohol Caffeine)
• Smoking reduces blood supply to bones.
• Excessive alcohol (•2 drinks/day) impairs
calcium absorption.
• Limit caffeine to •3OO mg/day (2-3 cups
of coffee).
7. s Slide Ma
intain Hormone
Balance
Healthy Body
Weight
• Low BMI (<l8.5) linked to low BMD.
• Avoid crash diets and extreme thinness.
• For wonnen: watch out for estrogen
drop in
menopause.
• For men: low testosterone levels may
cause
bone loss.
8. ,P Siide 8: Get Regular Bone Density
Tests
• DEXA scan is the gold standard.
• Recommended for posfmenopausal
women, elderly, and people on steroids.
• Helps track progress and guide
treatment.
9. Slide 9: Medications and Supplements
Needed)
• Bisphosphonates, teriparatide, or denosumab
for severe
osteoporosis.
• Supplements: Calcium citrate/malate + Vitamin
D3.
• Only under medical supervision.
10. Slide : Summary of Practica I
Tips
• Eat calcium-rich foods daily.
• Get sunlight and Vitamin
• Exercise regularly.
• Avoid smoking, alcohol, and soft
drinks.
• Stay active, maintain healthy weight,
and monitor bone health.