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Milk is Not the Only Bone-Builder |
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Milk
may be good for your body, but a team of British
researchers say there are other alternatives to building
strong bones. Scientists at the University of Surrey, in
England, studied 62 healthy Scottish women ages 45 to 55.
Women who ate foods rich in zinc, magnesium, potassium, fiber and vitamin C had stronger bones and lower rates of bone loss than women who got lower amounts of these vitamins and minerals. Researchers also found moderate alcohol consumption may have a healthy effect on bone development, but how that works remains unclear. Foods that are the richest sources of zinc, magnesium and potassium include baked potatoes with the skin, green peas, bananas, enriched breakfast cereal and beef. Citrus fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C, and fiber is found is most fruits and vegetables. Researchers say the findings lend more support to the importance of eating a diet heavy in fruits and vegetables. . |
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