Want strong bones? Do not just drink milk! - Parents are always advised their children to consume milk for healthy bones. But a recent study says that other foods such as pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, almonds, and salmon are also potent strengthen bones.
The research reported in the regular meetings precisely the Pediatric Academic Societies in Washington DC. According to investigators, magnesium rich foods also play an important role in bone formation.
"Adequate nutrition for children is the key to having strong bones, while one of the nutrients that must be met is magnesium," said study lead author, Dr. Steven Abrams, of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.
Dr. Abrams added that calcium is important, but magnesium is equally important in strengthening bones.
During the magnesium has become one of the nutrients needed for strong bones adult. But apparently magnesium also needs to be consumed by children forming minerals are located in the bone.
As reported by the Daily Mail, a total of 63 children aged between four and eight years were included in this study. Intake of calcium and magnesium they were being watched.
As a result, levels of magnesium consumed and absorbed by the body turned out to be a key predictor of bone strength in children.
Meanwhile, calcium intake does not significantly affect the mineral or bone density.
"We believe children should consume calcium and magnesium in an equal number," said Dr. Abrams.
The research reported in the regular meetings precisely the Pediatric Academic Societies in Washington DC. According to investigators, magnesium rich foods also play an important role in bone formation.
"Adequate nutrition for children is the key to having strong bones, while one of the nutrients that must be met is magnesium," said study lead author, Dr. Steven Abrams, of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.
Dr. Abrams added that calcium is important, but magnesium is equally important in strengthening bones.
During the magnesium has become one of the nutrients needed for strong bones adult. But apparently magnesium also needs to be consumed by children forming minerals are located in the bone.
As reported by the Daily Mail, a total of 63 children aged between four and eight years were included in this study. Intake of calcium and magnesium they were being watched.
As a result, levels of magnesium consumed and absorbed by the body turned out to be a key predictor of bone strength in children.
Meanwhile, calcium intake does not significantly affect the mineral or bone density.
"We believe children should consume calcium and magnesium in an equal number," said Dr. Abrams.
