10 Tasty Ways to Prevent Osteoporosis
We loved these tips from Dr. Andrew Weil. Who knew some of these foods were good for your bones?
“Changing your diet can be an effective, gentle, inexpensive and even delicious way to prevent, relieve or reverse a wide variety of conditions. If you are at risk for or have been diagnosed with osteoporosis, consider adding these calcium-rich foods to your diet…”
Figs
Organic, hormone-free dairy products
Canned sardines and canned sockeye salmon
Dark green vegetables such as broccoli, collard greens and bok choy
Tofu
Carrageenan- and sweetener-free soy milk
Black-eyed peas
Blackstrap molasses
Poppy seeds and sesame seeds
Almonds
This tip is courtesy of Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging – Your Online Guide to the Anti-Inflammatory Diet.