What To Promote And What To Avoid For Great Bones

The older we get the more we have to worry about our bones.

Here are some guides that may help us through the-looking-after-your bones journey.

The good:

Zinc: A bone –protecting mineral. Researchers have found that low levels of zinc are associated with brittle bones in middle-age women. One source of this important mineral is lean top sirloin and by consuming 4-once a day it will provide more than half the DV (8 mg) of zinc. Alternatives for seafood lovers will be Alaskan King Crab legS of about 10 mg.

Vitamin K helps your body transport calcium and metabolizes the mineral into your bones. Also it boosts bone mineral density in patients suffering osteoporosis and reduces fracture rates. Researches recommend a daily intake of 90 mcg for women and 120 mcg for men. Best sources for this amazing mineral are broccoli and spinach.

The bad:

Salt: Researchers suggest the excess of sodium increases the amount of calcium excreted in your urine and over time this could lead to significant bone loss. Suggested daily intake amount is no more than 2,300 mg.

The key is to look after your bones eat well and exercise regularly.

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Posted by Darryl Slade on Jun 17 2010. Filed under Featured News, Health. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry