New research suggests a concerning number of women over the age of 50 in Sunraysia and the Mallee are putting their bone health at risk by not getting enough calcium in their diet.
Just 7% of women in that age group who participated in a national survey said they’re consuming at least four serves of dairy each day, which is the recommended intake.
For women over 50, the recommended daily intake of dairy rises from 2.5 serves to 4 serves to support bone strength and reduce the risk of long-term mobility issues like osteoporosis.
Often referred to as a “silent disease”, osteoporosis develops without symptoms and often isn’t diagnosed until after a fall or fracture.
With 1 in 5 women over 65 affected by the disease, many women in their 40s and 50s may already have low bone density even if they feel perfectly healthy.
For more information on this year’s Healthy Bones Action Week initiative, visit https://www.dairy.com.au/promotion/healthy-bones-action-week
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