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bone health
No Bones About It–You Need Calcium!
According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 40
million Americans are at risk for developing osteoporosis- a
disease that makes bones weak, brittle and more prone to frac-
tures. However, the effects are not immediate. Osteoporosis is a
pediatric disease with geriatric consequences. Preventing broken
bones later in life starts in childhood and continues as a young
adult with healthy lifestyle habits.
Tone the Bones with these tips to prevent
fractures and osteoporosis in the future:
Aim to be Active
Daily physical activity is a healthy habit for all families. Aim for
30 minutes each day, most days of the week. Weight-bearing
activities like walking, running, hiking, climbing, dancing and
lifting weights are necessary to prevent fractures and maintain
healthy bones.
Remember, it is never too late or too early to make better bone
health a family priority.
For more nutrition information about bone health and delicious
recipes to boost your bone health, visit www.southeastdairy.org.
More Milk Please
Healthy bones need the mineral calcium. The best foods sources
of calcium are milk, yogurt, cheese, cereal and dark green leafy
vegetables. Research shows that children and teens are drinking
more sugar-sweetened beverages and less milk. Adding one more
serving of milk - either at meals or snacks- is an easy way to close
the calcium gap and enjoy the bone building benefits of dairy.
Enjoy the Sun
Summer 2017
During teen years, almost one-half of the
adult skeleton is f