This project has been funded with federal funds from the . Department of Agriculture, under the Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program. The contents of this training session or of these educational materials do not necessarily refect the view or policies of the . Department of Agriculture, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the . government. USDA is an equal opportunity employer. | Lesson 1 A Diet for Healthy Bones University of California, Berkeley • Center for Weight & Health This project has been funded with federal funds from the . Department of Agriculture, under the Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program. The contents of this training session or of these educational materials do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of the . Department of Agriculture, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the . government. USDA is an equal opportunity employer. Lesson 1 A Diet for Healthy Bones Goal • Increase knowledge of osteoporosis and the importance of diet for healthy bones. Key Messages • Osteoporosis is a common condition that can be prevented. • Eating a balanced diet that includes adequate amounts of foods rich in calcium and vitamin D will help prevent or delay osteoporosis. Summary This lesson will describe osteoporosis and discuss how to maintain healthy bones through all stages of life. Participants will learn about the risk factors for osteoporosis, as well as ways to improve bone health. Emphasis is on including calcium and vitamin D-rich foods as part of a balanced diet. Learning Objectives 1. Identify the risk factors for osteoporosis. 2. Identify foods that promote bone health. By the end of the lesson, participants will be able to: • Define osteoporosis. • List the risk factors for osteoporosis. • Learn how osteoporosis is diagnosed. • Identify calcium needs for each age group. • Identify calcium-rich foods and sources of vitamin D. • Identify calcium-rich foods that people with lactose intolerance can eat. • Explain when a calcium supplement may be recommended. Lesson : Page Learning Activities Suggested time: 60 minutes 1. Getting started (5 minutes) 2. Pretest (optional) (5 minutes) 3. Calcium screener (optional) (5 minutes) 4. Learning about osteoporosis (10 minutes) 5. Osteoporosis: risks and prevention (10 minutes) 6. .
