Forteo is a man-made form of a hormone called parathyroid that exists naturally in the body. Forteo increases bone density and increases bone strength to help prevent fractures. Forteo is used to treat osteoporosis in men and women who have a high risk of bone fracture.
pod â(plural pods). ( 1 botany) a seed case for legumes (e.g. peas, beans, peppers). 2  a small vehicle, especially used in emergency situations. ( 3 obsolete, Britain, dialect) A bag; a pouch.
A POD account is very similar to a transfer-on-death arrangement, but deals with a person's bank assets instead of their stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other assets. Both POD and TOD agreements offer quick means of asset dispersement, as both avoid the probate process, which can take several months.