Science Homework Help

After studying week readings, aswer to the following questions. 

• Changes in the Body with Age, Chapter 3 pages 60-63 and Chapter 38 The Musculoskeletal System (25 pages)

1. One of the major concerns of elderly is loss in bone density, also known as osteoporosis, which leads to fragile bones and spontaneous fractures. Describe osteoporosis and life-style behaviour and diet that can prevent it.

2. Sarcopenia is a common age-associated change in the Musculoskeletal System of elderly. Describe this condition and different forms of prevention.