Promoting Healthy Bones: Sorting Out the Science
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COURSE OVERVIEW:
According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, there was nearly a 25% increase in hip fractures worldwide between 1990 and 2000 and by 2050 the worldwide incidence of hip fracture is projected to increase by 240% in women and 310% in men. In addition, in women over 45 years of age, osteoporosis accounts for more days spent in hospital than many other diseases, including diabetes, myocardial infarction and breast cancer.
What's causing these declines in bone health and what can be done? It's well-known that meeting recommendations for calcium and vitamin D is critical for bone health-but is this enough? Are supplements necessary? What is the role of other nutrients like protein or beverage ingredients like caffeine and phosphoric acid?
Join Dr. Robert P. Heaney, noted bone health expert and Creighton University Professor of Medicine, for a review of the research related to lifestyle factors that impact bone health, including diet, supplement use and physical activity. Learn why taking a "mono-nutrient" approach when addressing bone health issues is usually wrong, as well as how clinical studies on the impact of caffeine, phosphoric acid, and carbonation on calcium balance shape discussions on beverage and bone health concerns.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Cite two major factors contributing to poor bone health.
- Discuss the synergy between nutrition and exercise in promoting bone health.
- Explain the inadequacy of taking a "mono-nutrient" approach to bone health, using the impact of protein intake on calcium balance as an example.
- Discuss clinical research findings related to the impact of caffeine, phosphoric acid and carbonation on calcium balance and bone health.
AUDIENCE:
Nurses, nurse practitioners, dietitians/nutritionists, and other healthcare providers interested in the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease.
FACULTY:
Robert P. Heaney, MD, FACP, FASN
Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska
Biography
Jane Nelson-Worel, MSN, APRN-BC, APNP, FAHA, FPCNA
Meriter Medical Clinic
Madison, WI
Biography
FACULTY DISCLOSURES:
The faculty members have no commercial relationships to disclose.
COST:
This online educational activity is offered free of charge.
PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY AND RECEIPT OF CERTIFICATE OF CREDIT:
View the course materials; complete the online evaluation form at the end of the activity, and print your CE certificate.
SPONSOR/ACCREDITOR:
The Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association is accredited by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030602. This program was planned in accordance with AANP CE Standards and Policies and AANP Commercial Support Standards.
Want Dietetic CPE for this program? Go to http://www.beverageinstitute.org/en_US/pages/ for the Beverage Institute.
GRANTOR:
This program is being presented by the Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA) through an educational grant from The Coca Cola Company's Beverage Institute For Health & Wellness.