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WebMD shows you how to build strong bones -- and stave off osteoporosis -- through a diet rich in high-calcium foods that might surprise you.
Most foods touted for bone health are high in calcium. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium. Other surprising foods that either build bone or hinder bone loss include dried figs, canned salmon, plant milks, tofu, almonds and almond butter, and white beans.
In addition to taking other proactive steps to preserve your bones, choosing foods that support bone health can help reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis. Here are 8 foods to add to your diet (and a few to limit) to support your bone health.
To maintain bone health and prevent osteoporosis, focus on foods rich in calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients, like dairy products, leafy greens, fatty fish and nuts.
Nutrition. 10 Natural Ways to Build Healthy Bones. The foods you eat, including vegetables and protein, and the physical activity you engage in, such as strength training, can...
1. Dried figs. These chewy delights are a good source of both calcium and potassium, minerals that work together to help prevent osteoporosis. Dried figs contain healthy plant-based nutrients (phytochemicals) as well as chemicals that can help prevent cell damage (antioxidants).
1. Sardines. When it comes to building bone strength, fish might not be the first food you think of; But the tiny, under-appreciated sardine is a powerhouse of bone-building nutrition.