Question

Which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis? O Cholesterol blocks calcium from reaching bone cells. A diet that is high in cholesterol can lead to osteoporosis. O Calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. A diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis. Protein and iron build strong and flexible bones. A diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.

Answer 1

You need calcium and phosphorus to build and maintain bone mass. A diet lacking in these nutrients leads to loss of bone density, which is known as osteoporosis.