Inadequate _____ leads to the loss of bone mineral accretion and density and increases the risk for osteoporosis and fractures.
A) progesterone
B) estrogen
C) vitamin A
D) iron
E) insulin

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Estrogen plays a key role in bone health by inhibiting bone resorption and promoting bone formation. Inadequate levels of estrogen, such as during menopause, can lead to the loss of bone density and increase the risk for osteoporosis and fractures. The other choices, progesterone, vitamin A, iron, and insulin, do not have as direct of an impact on bone health.

Inadequate _____ Leads to the Loss of Bone Mineral Accretion