Calcium in the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis: EMAS Clinical Guide
(WorldNews Africa)

A new clinical guide summarizes the evidence regarding the effects of calcium in reducing the risk of osteoporosis after the menopause. Amsterdam, The Netherlands, October 12, 2017 Osteoporosis is common and affects 1 in 3 women. Calcium is vital for strong healthy bones and worldwide scientific societies have issued guidance about the daily requirements from childhood to old age. The European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS) has issued a new clinical guide with the aim of raising awareness of the importance of calcium in lowering the risk of osteoporosis. The recommended daily intake of calcium after menopause varies between 700 and 1,200 mg, depending on the endorsing society. It is...