The best way to build stronger bones is to eat foods high in calcium. These include low-fat milk and dairy products, such as yogurt and cheese, as well as milk-based puddings and soups. Deep green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and turnip greens, are also high in calcium. Calcium-fortified soy milk products, sardines or canned salmon with bones, calcium-fortified cereals, and almonds can also add calcium to the diet. Your body needs vitamin D to help absorb calcium. Look for dairy and other food products that are fortified with vitamin D, or spend some time in the sunshine with your spouse. For more information, visit: http://www.extension.org/pages/Keeping_Bones_Strong.

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