Osteoporosis
- August 9, 2019
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Diet Chart for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is mainly characterized by reduction in the bone mass and the disruption of bone architecture that results in increased risks of fragility fractures, which are the main consequences of this disease. Habitual low intakes of calcium have been reported in toddlers, adolescents, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and postmenopausal Indian women.
To strengthens the bone and prevent osteoporosis, you have to get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Here we described one of the best and nutritious foods which are very beneficial to cure this condition and also provide strength to the bones.
| Foods to be Consumed | Foods to be avoided | |
|---|---|---|
| Fruits | Apricot, Banana, Oranges, Strawberries, Papaya, Pineapple, Peach, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Pomegranate, Apple, Guava, Pear, Kiwi, Amla. | Excess intake of Citrus fruits. |
| Vegetables | Cauliflower, Broccoli, Spinach, Cucumber, Asparagus, Peas, Spinach, Fenugreek, Round gourd, Bitter gourd, Ridge gourd, Green beans, Bottle gourd, Pumpkin, Carrot, Okra, Turnip, Cabbage, Aloe vera. | Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Eggplant, Taro root, Yam, Frozen/Canned vegetables. |
| Grains | Oatmeal, Quinoa, Rye, Brown rice, Whole wheat grain, Buckwheat, Millet. | White bread, White rice, Corn, Maida, All bakery products. |
| Dairy Product | Low-fat milk, Cow’s ghee, Eggs, Plain yogurt, Buttermilk, Soy milk, Tofu. | Buffalo milk, Butter, Ice cream, Cheese, Mayonnaise. |
| Legumes | Green lentil, Yellow lentil, Black beans, Orange lentil. | Pinto beans, Navy beans, Chickpeas, Kidney beans, Black gram, Split white gram. |
| Nuts | Raisins, Soaked almonds, Brazil nuts, Dates, Walnuts, Pistachios, Pecans. | None |
| Oils | Olive oil, Sunflower oil, Mustard oil, Coconut oil. | Refined and Vegetable oil. |
| Spices | Fenugreek, Fennel, Sesame seeds, Cumin, Coriander, Cloves, Garlic, Ginger, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Mint. | Excessive salt, Red chili. |
| Beverage | Coconut water, Herbal tea, Aloe vera juice, Amla juice, Green tea. | Tea, Coffee, Alcohol, Carbonated drinks, Energy drinks. |
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.