Life style Factors Related to Women's Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a serious and growing problem in the world. It is one of the most prevalent diseases among middle-aged and elders. Previous studies have considered high prevalence of osteoporosis especially in women, and also, its various prevalence in communities with different life styles and nutritional habits. The aim of the present study was to determine lifestyle factors related to osteoporosis among women. In this cross-sectional study, 500 women who were referred to Iran University of Medical Sciences bone densitometry centers during 2006, were selected. Data were gathered by questionnaire. Finding revealed statistical significant relationship between osteoporosis and drinking coffee, consumption of ice-cream, pattern of yoghourt drink, dried whey and cheese consumption, exposure to sunlight and it’s duration (P<0.05). The results of discriminant analysis showed that drinking coffee and exposure to sunlight were the most important related factors with osteoporosis. According to the finding and considering osteoporosis prevalence in Iran, women’s education regarding life style factors related to osteoporosis is suggested.