(explain why? ) which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis? a. cholesterol blocks calcium from reaching bone cells. a diet that is high in cholesterol can lead to osteoporosis. b. calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. a diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis. c. protein and iron build strong and flexible bones. a diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.

Hey there,

Your question states: Which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis?

Your correct answer based on my research would conclude to be "Calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. A diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis."

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become very weak and brittle.Your option was explaining how when having a bad diet, it could lead to this osteoporosis.

~Jurgen