Ms. Fredrick Case Exercise

Ms Fredrick can improve her overall health by listening to the advise given by the G.P. Ms Fredrick has a T-score of -1, meaning Ms Fredrick's bone density is that of osteopenia. This means that Ms Fredrick's body is at risk of forming osteoporosis. Ms Fredrick can stop this from happening by quitting smoking, eating healthy, exercising and considering Hormone Replacement Therapy.
As a menopausal woman Ms Fredrick is going through a hormone imbalance. During the menopause the endocrine system produces less of the hormone oestrogen which is important in healthy bone growth (Shaw L 2005). Ms Fredrick is making this imbalance worse by smoking. Toxins found in cigarette smoke e.g. carbon dioxide and nicotine also upset hormone balance. Using Hormone Replacement Therapy will increase low levels of oestrogen and by quitting smoking Ms Fredrick's oestrogen levels will return to a stable level.
With a BMI of 31, Ms Fredrick is considered moderately obese.
The fat tissue Ms Fredrick is carrying around due to being overweight, is causing unnecessary pressure on the skeletal system. Weight-bearing activities such as weightlifting, jogging and climbing stairs will force the skeletal system to work against gravity and strengthen Ms Fredrick's bones and joints. Extra tissue will also cause a problem for the Cardiovascular system. Fat tissue accumulates around vital organs, because of this more blood vessels will need to be produced so blood can be supplied to the tissue to keep it alive. The extra blood vessels mean the heart will have to work twice as hard to make sure blood and oxygen is delivered to all the tissues and organs around the
body.
By Increasing Ms Fredrick's intake of oily fish, fruit and veg, will aid in a better digestion system. These foods are high in vitamin D and calcium. Vitamin D in the digestive system promotes calcium absorption, calcium is also needed by nerves to send signals to the digestive system to aid in digestion (Linda R 2015). Calcium is needed by bones and teeth to stay strong and healthy.
The skeletal system gives the soft tissue support, which allows us to stand. It also aids in locomotion through the joints. The skeletal system also protects our vital organs e.g. brain, heart and lungs. Bones are used for storage, they store minerals and fats e.g. calcium and phosphorus. Certain bones produce red and white blood cells and platelets. The Skeletal system is important.