good nutrition is important for strong bones and muscles. for people with lupus bone health is a particular concern. that’s because medications used to treat it can increase the risk for osteoporosis a condition in which the bones become less dense and break easily. eating foods high in calcium and vitamin d is important for bone health. when buying dairy products choose ones that are either low-fat or fat-free. good choices include: 1% or skim milk low-fat low-sodium yogurt low-fat cheese if you cannot drink milk good alternatives include: lactose-free milk soy milk almond milk juices that are fortified with calcium and vitamin d dark green vegetables are another source of calcium. if you don’t get enough calcium in your diet your doctor will probably recommend a calcium supplement.
i have lupus. how can i maintain good bone health?