Got Calcium?

Want strong, healthy bones?

• get more magnesium, boron, and Vitamin K. Pumpkin, nuts and seeds, green veggies, herbs such as sage and coriander, and cocoa all contain lots of these things.

• Avoid foods that block absorption of minerals. Phytates are a key blocker of mineral absorption. The foods that contain lots of phytates? Whole grains......Get your fibre from veggies and fruit instead.

• Get some sunlight. Yes we have to be aware of skin cancer, but a moderate dose of sunlight is really important for generating Vitamin D, and Vit D has been shown to be more important for strong bones than calcium.

• Cut down on sugar. Sugar interferes with our calcium balance and can reduce our bone density.

•  And bonus tip!  Strength training.  Our bones respond to external loading the same way our muscles do.  Lift weights, get stronger bones.
  

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