Liquid nutritional supplements are very expensive and don't always contain other important dietary components such as phytochemicals or fiber. Your doctor, dietitian, or pharmacist is the best source of information. Osteoporosis Karen A. Roberto, Ph.D., Professor and Director, Center for Gerontology, Virginia Tech. Dr. Roberto is an expert on osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is an age-related bone disorder characterized by thinning of the bones where bones become fragile and prone to fractures.
Osteoporosis offers unique challenges to older adults.
Most persons in the early stages of osteoporosis experience few or no signs or symptoms. If the disease progresses and multiple fractures occur, many people have pain, particularly after standing for a long time, bending and reaching, and riding in a car. This often makes it hard to perform daily activities. Unable to do them alone, older adults with osteoporosis often rely on their spouses or adult children for help. Older women and men with osteoporosis may experience stress and depression.