Online Publications - Osteoporosis
Listed Alphabetically by Title

Bone Builders: Are You Getting Enough Calcium? (2001) College of Agricultural Sciences, Cooperative Extension, Penn State University Calcium is a mineral that gives strength to your bones. It's also necessary for many of your body's functions, such as blood clotting and the proper function of nerves and muscles. Studies show that 8 out of 10 teens do not get enough calcium in their diets. This four-page publication can help you make sure that you are eating enough calcium.		109 KB
Building Bones to Last a Lifetime (2001) The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service This two-page publication provides information on the role of proper nutrition and weight-bearing exercise in preventing osteoporosis.		106 KB
Calcium: Build Strong Bones (2003) Virginia Cooperative Extension Provided in this publication is information on building and maintaining strong bones, calcium, Vitamin D, physical activity, lactose intolerance, food sources of calcium, and calcium supplements.		10 KB
Getting Enough Calcium: Preventing Osteoporosis (1999) University of Wisconsin-Extension, Cooperative Extension This publication provides information on osteoporosis, risk factors that can and cannot be controlled, calcium, phytoestrogens, and ways to reduce your risk for osteoporosis.		76 KB
How Can Exercise Help Prevent Osteoporosis? (2002) University of Arizona Provided is information on how exercise builds stronger, denser bones and exercise tips.
Invest in Your Bones (2001) International Osteoporosis Foundation This 12-page booklet provides information on how diet, genetics, and lifestyle affect bone development, the role of gender, exercise and bone mass development, and the impact of coffee and smoking.		547 KB
Kids and Their Bones: A Guide for Parents (2002) National Institute of Health, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center This 12-page publication stresses the importance of adopting healthy eating and exercise habits in childhood in order to build healthy bones. Discussed are factors affecting peak bone mass, recommended calcium intakes, calcium rich foods, how to read a food label for calcium, and bone building activities.		457 KB
Osteoporosis (2000) The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Provided is a definition of osteoporosis and information on symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, prevention, calcium, and additional resources.		41 KB
Osteoporosis Resource Guide (2001) Texas Department of Health This comprehensive guide contains an overview of osteoporosis including information on risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and additional resources.		2666 KB
Osteoporosis: The Bone Thief (2002) National Institute on Aging This factsheet explains the bone density test, how to prevent bone loss, who is at greatest risk for the disease, treatment options, and provides additional resources.		136 KB
Osteoporosis: What You Should Know (2001) Purdue University, Cooperative Extension Service This 6-page publication provides pictures of normal bone vs osteoporotic bone and discusses bone composition, bone resorption and rebuilding, calcium balance, risk factors, prevention, diet, food sources of calcium, clinical signs, clinical tests, and treatment options.		337 KB

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