Nutrition for Strong Bones

Zoomer | June 4th, 2013

Calcium helps the remodeling process stay balanced. Your best sources are from dairy products and calcium-enriched foods, while green vegetables, beans, legumes and meat have smaller amounts. For those over 50, Canada’s Food Guide recommends three servings of milk and alternatives, including yogurt, cheese, and calcium-fortified beverages each day.

Vitamin D allows the body to absorb the calcium needed for healthy bones. It’s found in milk, egg yolks and oily fish. In addition to food sources, your body makes vitamin D in response to sunlight. Osteoporosis Canada suggests those over 50 require 1200 mg of calcium and 800-2000 IU of a vitamin D, either through natural food sources or supplements daily.

Protein intake tends to decrease with age, while there is in fact a requirement for slightly more protein to support muscle strength and bone health. For those over

50, Canada’s Food Guide recommends two to three servings per day of meats and alternatives including beef, pork, poultry and fish or other protein sources like beans, lentils, tofu, dairy, egg whites, nuts and seeds.

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