Weisman Steven M
Innovative Science Solutions, LLC, 67 Park Place East, Morristown, NJ 07960, USA.
J Reprod Med. 2005 Nov;50(11 Suppl):879-84.
Adequate calcium throughout a woman's lifespan is a critical step to achieving and improving bone health. Unfortunately, there is no time across this continuum where the average intake is optimal. This paper reviews the output of a roundtable of scientific professionals who gathered to discuss approaches for turning high levels of awareness regarding the importance of adequate calcium intake into behaviors that actualize this recognition throughout the life of a woman. The critical time periods of pregnancy, lactation, perimenopause and menopause, in which adequate calcium intake is most important, are particularly highlighted. Recommended levels of calcium and vitamin D are reviewed with emphasis on diet and supplemental sources of these nutrients. Knowledge of the current shortfall in calcium intake across the life continuum coupled with health care professional education about the importance of compliance with recommendations will increase calcium awareness and utilization and improve bone health.
女性一生中摄入充足的钙是实现和改善骨骼健康的关键一步。不幸的是，在这个连续过程中，没有哪个时间段的平均摄入量是最佳的。本文回顾了一个科学专业人士圆桌会议的成果，这些专业人士齐聚一堂，讨论如何将对充足钙摄入重要性的高度认识转化为女性一生中实现这一认识的行为。特别强调了怀孕、哺乳、围绝经期和绝经这些钙摄入最为重要的关键时期。文中回顾了钙和维生素D的推荐摄入量，重点介绍了这些营养素的饮食和补充来源。了解一生中钙摄入的当前不足情况，再加上对医疗保健专业人员进行关于遵守建议重要性的教育，将提高对钙的认识和利用率，从而改善骨骼健康。
