It is advised that an intake of proper foods and undertaking regular weight-bearing activities are major components needed to maximize bone mass during the younger years and to minimize bone loss with aging.
To support healthy an strong bones one is advised to choose a variety of foods from all the food groups daily to supply nutrients needed for thet proper functioning of the body, as well as for good bone health. Proper foods for this purpose include cereals, vegetables, fruit groups (2-4 servings daily) Milk, yogurt, and cheese group (2-3 servings daily) .Other foods include meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts group (2-3 servings daily)
Be sure to choose sufficient calcium rich and vitamin-D rich foods each day. Both of these nutrients are essential for dense, strong bones. Calcium sources include: low-fat or nonfat yogurt, nonfat or 1% milk, cheese, broccoli Eat only moderate amounts of protein (approximately 15% of calories) and fiber rich foods (25-35 grams fiber daily) to avoid interference with calcium absorption and storage.