Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease where bones becomes thin and brittle due to insufficient calcium intake. As we grow older, our bones undergo constant breaking down. Menopause also accelerates bone loss in women. Hormonal changes can significantly reduce the body's ability to deposit calcium in our bones. The first 7 years after menopause or around the ages of 50-60 years is the most vulnerable time when most bone loss occurs.
This is because the sex hormone estrogen which a woman produces declines in production. Estrogen is essential in the maintenance of bone strength and a decrease in estrogen levels means less calcium is deposited in the bones.
Therefore women going through menopause face a higher risk of osteoporosis.
Be aware, osteoporosis is also caused by other factors like heredity, low body weight, small frame, race, lack of physical activity, medications, smoking, and heavy alcohol drinking.
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