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What is a Non-pathological loss of bone that occurs with aging?
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∙ 11y ago
it is called osteopenia.
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What is peak bone mass?
Peak bone mass occurs at ~30 years of age. Afterwards, bone loss starts to outpace bone deposition.
Which refers to a bone disorder found most often in the aged and resulting in the bones becoming porous and light?
Osteopenia refers to a marked loss of bone density.Osteoporosis refers to a marked loss of bone density and an increase in bone porosity commonly associated with aging.
What effect does aging have on skeletal muscles?
loss of bone mass from demineralization and brittleness from a decreased rate of protein synthesis
What is a biological sign of aging?
Experiencing memory loss
Rate of bone loss during aging can be slow by?
Maintaining a healthy diet rich in calcium and vitamin D to support bone health. Engaging in weight-bearing exercises such as walking, running, or resistance training to promote bone density. Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, which can contribute to accelerated bone loss. Regularly monitoring bone density through screenings and consulting with healthcare providers for preventive measures.
When does bone loss start to occur?
when does bone loss exceed bone gain
What is loss of appetite associated with?
Loss of appetite associated with the aging process.
Why astronouts having problem with bone weakness after prolonged stay in space?
This occurs because astronauts in space do not walk but float. The leg bones are weight-bearing bones, and this lack of activity leads to bone breakdown and bone loss.
What is the skeletal muscle loss experienced by the aging population?
Sarcopenia
In which phase of the life cycle is bone loss the greatest?
Bone loss is the greatest when you are really old and have osteoporosis, a disease where you lose bone strength.
What is anglodysplasia?
condition of stretched and fragile blood vessels in the colon that results in occasional loss of blood from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The condition is mostly related to the aging and degeneration of the blood vessels, and occurs in older adults
What is sarcopenia?
loss of muscle mass and strength associated with senescenceAccording to wikipedia, this is the loss of muscle tissue with aging.
