Question 11 of 19

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its levels decrease during menopause

Important things to remember abour estrogen include:

LOW levels can contribute to the depletion of calcium in a woman's bones
Adipose tissue, can produce a hormone called androstenedione that can be converted into estrogen. Consequently, heavier women that possess a higher fat content than lighter women tend to lose less bone during menopause. Obese women rarely develop osteoporosis.