The Secret Life of Dietitians

The Secret Life of Dietitians


What Do You Need to Know About Bone Health?

May 26, 2021

Part 3 of our dietary supplement series takes a closer look at the all of the nutrients needed to maintain bone health and avoid Osteoporosis. You will be surprised to learn how many people are living with Osteoporosis… Taking the steps needed to avoid Osteoporosis starts at a very early age.

Nutrients that play a role in our bone health are: Minerals: Calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium and Vitamins D, K, and A – Is it best to get these from our diet or from supplements?

Links mentioned in today’s show:

* https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/staying-healthy/bone-health-basics/ * https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/* https://www.fns.usda.gov/healthy-eating-index-hei