Dairy might get all the attention when it comes to bone health, but that doesn’t mean you need to rely only on milk, cheese, and yogurt to prevent osteoporosis. In fact, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) recommends a “well-balanced diet” rich in other foods, namely fish and fresh produce, for optimal bone health.
As for getting more calcium, milk isn't the only option. Here are other top food sources of calcium, in and out of the dairy aisle.
References
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