Bone Facts
This condition is a common cause of fractures and falls, and can be prevented by adequate calcium and vitamin D intake.
What is osteoporosis?
Heavy drinking of this kind of beverage can lead to thinning of the bones and make fractures more likely.
What is alcohol?
These tiny fish, often found in cans, have surprisingly high levels of both vitamin D and calcium.
What are sardines?
Consuming this vitamin does not reverse but can slow the process of osteoporosis.
What is vitamin D?
BONUS QUESTION: This Canadian athlete, often referred to as "The Great One," is considered one of the best hockey players of all time.
Wayne Gretzky
The time in most women's lives when menstrual periods stop and a decrease in bone density can occur.
What is menopause?
Engaging in this habit may lead to bone loss and an increased risk of fracture.
What is smoking?
BONUS QUESTION: This famous Canadian author wrote The Handmaid’s Tale, which has been adapted into a television series.
Margaret Atwood
This vitamin helps to lay down new bone. Foods rich in this vitamin include vegetables and citrus fruits.
What is vitamin C?
This style of training puts stress on the bone and releases growth hormone, which stimulates bone synthesis. It is done by stretching the body out like a star, then jumping in.
What are jumping jacks?
Lack of this hormone is directly related to a decrease in bone density.
What is estrogen?
Lack of this physical body activity can contribute to low bone density leading to osteoporosis.
What is exercise?
This leafy green contains almost 25% of your daily calcium, plus fiber, iron, and vitamin A.
What is spinach?
BONUS QUESTION: This famous Canadian singer is known for hits like "My Heart Will Go On" and "The Power of Love."
Celine Dion
Maybe you've got two left feet, or perhaps you are a star in ballet, this fun exercise gets your heart pumping, and builds strong bones while you're at it.
What is dancing?
How many bones in the human body?
What is 206?
BONUS QUESTION: This Canadian city is famous for its "Expo 67" World's Fair
Montreal
This creamy dairy food is a good source of both calcium and vitamin D.
What is yogurt?
We need this nutrient to help build strong bones. It is mostly found in dairy products.
What is calcium?
Whether it's a set of "free" weights, your own body weight, or weight machines, this type of exercise is needed to stimulate bone growth.
What is strength training exercises?
BONUS QUESTION: This famous Canadian author wrote Anne of Green Gables, a beloved children’s book set in Prince Edward Island.
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Lack of this macronutrient, which can be found in meat and eggs amongst other foods, can increase risk of osteoporosis.
What is protein?
This mighty food packs a ton of nutrition into a small package, including many nutrients essential for strong bones. It is usually snacked as a trail mix.
What are nuts?
This vitamin helps to harden bones.
What is vitamin E?
Strike a pose! This activity helps build muscle strength, aerobic fitness, balance, core stability and mobility, and can also promote relaxation and help relieve stress.
What is yoga?