Avoiding Osteoporosis with Dietary Changes

Eating foods high in calcium should help most avoid osteoporosis. Most realize that men and women need to protect themselves from osteoporosis.

Those not able to include dairy for calcium in their diet can still avoid osteoporosis with a few dietary changes. Some are already on the right track, and eating the foods necessary to protect their bones. What are the foods that will help a person do this?

According to information on WebMD, foods that will help those who do not eat dairy products include sardines and salmon. If you are not a fan of fish or dairy products greens may be the answer. Greens such as Chinese cabbage, kale and bok choy contain calcium. Collard and turnip greens also contain calcium.

Fortified cereals and breads often contain calcium in the form of vitamin D. Read labels to be sure you are getting what you need.

Of course calcium supplements will be a good addition to any diet lacking the calcium one needs. Sunshine or a supplement of vitamin D is needed with calcium in order for the body to absorb the calcium. Be sure to check food labels to see if what you are eating contains additional vitamin D.

Exercise that is considered weight bearing is important for anyone trying to avoid osteoporosis. Fortunately, even walking is considered a weight bearing exercise, so most people who are not into more strenuous activities have no excuse.

Foods high in calcium include almonds, sunflower seeds and pistachios. Nuts can be delicious eaten raw or roasted. According to the WebMD site, nuts also contain other nutrients that help build bones.

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WebMD