Building Strong Bones by Katie Cavuto-Boyle in Healthy Tips,
November 11, 2012 - Comments (859) About 10 million Americans
are estimated to have osteoporosis and an additional 34 million
are estimated to have low bone-density which places them at risk
for developing osteoporosis, according to the National
Osteoporosis Foundation. Although you hit your peak bone-mass
early in life, usually around 20 years of age, there are simple
changes you can make in your diet in order to reduce your risk
of developing osteoporosis later in life. Here are some
nutrients to know when it comes to planning a healthy diet to
prevent osteoporosis. It is no surprise that calcium is at the
top of the list for foods that prevent osteoporosis but you may
be surprised to know many Americans don’t consume enough of this
important nutrient. Though diary is an excellent source of
calcium it’s not the only one. Tofu, dark leafy greens,
sardines, canned salmon and calcium fortified foods like orange
juice are other options. Vitamin D aids