Vignette #2 Juan and Rosa are in their late 20s, and both have parents who are experiencing a loss of vitality. Juan's mom has a curved back, and Rosa's mother is obese. Juan's dad has developed depression and Rosa's father has macular degeneration. Juan and Rosa have many questions about how to avoid these conditions in their future if possible. Let's answer these questions to see if we can help them.
Which recommendation should be disregarded by Juan and Rosa in their efforts to offset bone loss that typically occurs with aging?
A) Take calcium supplements.
B) Substitute fat-free milk for soft drinks and choose non-fat yogurt as a snack.
C) Purchase calcium-fortified orange juice.
D) Take a vitamin A supplement once each day.
E) Take a daily walk and participate in a weekly weight-training class.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While taking calcium supplements and consuming calcium-fortified orange juice are good options for preventing bone loss, taking a vitamin A supplement once each day is not necessary and can even be harmful in high doses. It is best to focus on maintaining a balanced diet and engaging in weight-bearing exercises like walking and weight training to reduce the risk of bone loss.

Vignette #2 Juan and Rosa Are in Their Late 20s