THE Australian Self Medication
Industry (ASMI) said National
Healthy Bones Action Week (03 to
10 Aug) spotlighted osteoporosis
and emphasised the role of calcium
and vitamin D in preventing it.
It is estimated that 1.2m
Australians have osteoporosis and a
further 6.3m have low bone density
(osteopenia).
ASMI regulatory and scientific
affairs director Steve Scarff said
calcium was essential in the
development, maintenance,
structure and strength of bones.
“The other nutrient vital for bone
health is vitamin D, which enhances
the absorption of calcium and
phosphorus, regulates blood levels
of calcium and is essential for bone
mineralisation and maintenance.”The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 07 Aug 14 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 07 Aug 14
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