Bone Density. Guide. A bone density test measures the density of minerals (such as calcium) in your bones using a special X-ray. This information is used to estimate the strength of your bones. We all lose some bone mass as we age.
On most lists of products containing estrogen, animal products like milk and beef are at the very bottom. Milk, for example, is said to provide 1.2 micrograms of estrogen per 100 grams.
Visage/Stockbyte/Getty Images. Consuming sufficient amounts of boronâthe most active form of estrogenâincreases estrogen levels. Apples, hazelnuts, soybeans, almonds and legumes are rich in this mineral. Other natural sources of estrogen are dairy foods, meat, tomatoes, carrots, olive oil, wheat, oats and barley. Intake of vitamin B-6, B-12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin A and vitamin C are recommended to maintain estrogen levels. Apart from these vitamins, herbs such as evening primrose (oil) and ginseng are also recommended to increase and maintain proper estrogen levels.