Tag: calcium
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Does Yogurt Strengthen Bones? Evidence on Bone Health
The question: does yogurt really boost bone health? Yogurt is a staple dairy product loved for its protein, minerals, and probiotic potential. But when it comes to bone health, the question isn’t just about calcium—it’s about whether yogurt can meaningfully improve bone mineral density (BMD) or reduce fracture risk. A recent synthesis in Frontiers in…
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Does Yogurt Strengthen Your Bones? What the Latest Evidence Shows
The science behind yogurt and bone health Yogurt is celebrated for its nutrients, probiotics, and versatile role in a balanced diet. Beyond the tangy flavor, the production process—driven by the cultures Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus—creates a food that is not only rich in calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium but also…