How many of us remember when our mom’s told us to drink all of our milk? The truth is, mom did not tell you to drink your milk because she simply felt like it, she did it because she wanted her growing child to have strong bones. However, strong bones are not only vital for growing children; all adults should make sure that they get the proper amount of calcium every day. Doing so reduces your chances of developing several bone related illnesses, such as osteoporosis. So how can we improve our bone health naturally?

One way to improve your bone health naturally is through a calcium rich diet. Breakfast is a great way to start. Many cereals can give you half of your daily calcium requirement. The amount of calcium that each cereal offers varies greatly from one brand to another. So remember to look at the food labels and compare which breakfast cereal offers you the most bone beneficial elements. Once you found a worthy cereal, simply add some milk and finish it all of with a glass of calcium fortified orange juice. Even if you are lactose intolerant you can find many dairy products that are lactose free. Simply check the labels.

As for supper, there are many bone strengthening options. Some foods that offer a lot of calcium include: canned sardines (3 ounces/ 320 mg of calcium), canned salmon (3 ounces/200 mg), Swiss cheese (1 ounce/270 mg), cheddar cheese (1 ounce/200 mg), turnip greens (1 cup/200 mg), and raw broccoli (1 cup/90 mg). These are just a few of the calcium enriched foods. Also, an important thing to remember is that most foods that are rich in calcium are also rich in vitamin D. Eating a diet rich in these two compounds will surely go a long way in protecting your bone health.