causes of osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Cause and Picture - The consequences of osteoporosis are devastating.
Like skin, bone constantly regenerates itself. The process works like this: Cells known as osteoclasts eat away old bone, while cells known as osteoblasts lay down new bone at the site of the old bone. It is a constantly ongoing process, which keeps the human skeletal structure strong.

Unfortunately, after the age of 35 the work of the bone-building osteoblasts begins to slow, while the osteoclasts continue to eat away at old bone structure at virtually the same pace as before. The end result is that the osteoblasts are unable to replace old bone fast enough to keep up with the ever-efficient osteoclasts.

This process appears to be an integral and orderly part of growing old. Like wrinkling skin, it generally proceeds very slowly in humans, corresponding with the normal aging process. Yet in a certain percentage of individuals the bone loss process seems to be accelerated, with some individuals losing as much as 1% or more bone density every year after reaching middle age. Scientists now estimate that for every 10% bone density loss, risk of fracture doubles.

How to eat right for an energy boost

Mix it upCombine carbohydrates and protein for meals and snacks. Carbs are the main source of energy for your brain and muscles, but if eaten alone they can bring on a sharp blood-sugar rise that's quickly followed by a crash. Combining carbs with protein, which boosts alertness, and a little fat slows the sugar rise to help sustain energy.

Be a grazer Eat every three to four hours to constantly fuel your body. Going too long without food can cause fatigue.

Keep portions smallVery large meals (especially those high in fat) can leave you sluggish because they demand increased blood flow to the stomach for digestion. That means less blood to other areas, including the brain.

Cook from scratch more oftenLimit processed foods because they can contain energy-robbing refined carbohydrates.

Stay hydratedSometimes fatigue is a sign of dehydration, so sip water throughout the day to get eight full glasses.

Tips to take time to play

Working moms need to take some time to play. I know that can be extremely hard, but it's not impossible. Here are some quick tips.

Play and recreation are important for good health. Look for opportunities to be active and have fun at the same time.

Plan family outings and vacations that include physical activity (hiking, backpacking, swimming, etc.)
See the sights in new cities by walking, jogging or bicycling.
Make a date with a friend to enjoy your favorite physical activities. Do them regularly.
Play your favorite music while exercising, something that motivates you.
Dance with someone or by yourself. Take dancing lessons. Hit the dance floor on fast numbers instead of slow ones.
Join a recreational club that emphasizes physical activity.
At the beach, sit and watch the waves instead of lying flat. Better yet, get up and walk, run or fly a kite.
When golfing, walk instead of using a cart.
Play singles tennis or racquetball instead of doubles.
At a picnic, join in on badminton instead of croquet.
At the lake, rent a rowboat instead of a canoe.

General tips for flying alone with small children

Whenever possible, buy non-stop tickets. Every transfer adds peril. And don't be fooled by the phrase "direct flight" — it only means a route on which you don't change planes, NOT a non-stop.
Never go first class. Never. First class is full of over-tired business people with $4,000 laptops and non-plastic glasses with red wine in them. Enough said?
Try to buy tickets for the least popular times and routes:
Saturday is usually a light travel day.
The last flight before a red-eye tends to fill up.
Try to go on new routes for established airlines — it takes a while for travel agents and businessmen to discover these routes.
If you buy a seat for your child, ask for the aisle and window seat on planes that have three-seat rows. This will leave an empty seat between you; if you and the child have the same last name, most of the time ticket agents will keep that middle seat open for you as long as possible. On the rare occasion a businessman is inadvertently placed between you, he will generally be more than happy to move to another row, leaving you with that most precious of commodities — an extra seat.
Fly so that your child's normal naptime coincides with the middle of the flight. Try to avoid flights where naptimes overlap with boarding or de-planing — times which are too full of stimulation, tension and harsh intercom voices.
Consider, also, time changes and jet lag. Try to arrive at the destination an hour or two before bedtime in the new time zone. This gives everyone time to visit, eat and decompress, so that the over-tired child can then fall into bed and begin sleeping — that very first night — according to the new time zone. Another strategy (particularly good when going westbound) is to arrive a couple of hours past their usual bedtime. Again, this helps increase the chances that they will go to sleep and stay asleep until the new time zone's usual awakening hour.
Be upfront with your fellow seatmates. I used to hold my wiggly pre-toddler above the surrounding rows as we boarded, and say loudly, "Your worst nightmare has just come true: a toddler is sitting near you." Right away, I learned what kind of seatmates I had: people who loved kids, people who wished there were child-free airlines, people who were clearly going to be a lot of help. Nowadays I lean over the row in front of us and say, "My 4-year old is sitting right behind you. He's an active boy but we try to be very well behaved on planes. Please let me know if he does anything that bothers you." Again, everybody's on notice that you are a responsible parent in a difficult situation, and you find out, right away, who your friends are. Because you definitely need friends on long airplane flights. If there ever was a place where "It takes a village to mold a child," it's at 36,000 feet!

Tips to reduce stress for working moms

These are some practical tips to reduce working moms' stress.

Follow the same consistent routine each day so your children know what to expect.

Get up before your kids do to exercise or have a quiet cup of coffee.

Get showered and dressed before your kids wake up.

Set out your kids' clothes the night before so there's no arguing about what to wear.

Pack your children's lunches and backpacks the night before.

Let children do as much as they can by themselves -- get dressed, brush their hair or pour themselves cereal. This can help them feel independent while also freeing you up to do other things.

Keep breakfast simple and portable.

Ways to include exercise in daily life

These are some great tips that I have personally found helpful. They are aimed at helping business people incluse physical activity in their daily routine.

Take along a jump rope in your suitcase when you travel. Jump and do calisthenics in your hotel room.
Participate in or start a recreation league at your company.
Form a sports team to raise money for charity events.
Join a fitness center or Y near your job. Work out before or after work to avoid rush-hour traffic, or drop by for a noon workout.
Schedule exercise time on your business calendar and treat it as any other important appointment.
Get off the bus a few blocks early and walk the rest of the way to work or home.
Walk around your building for a break during the work day or during lunch.

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