It's imperative to be mindful of the changes our bodies go through and how to act accordingly.<br />Humans naturally begin to lose bone density as they age.<br />Fortunately, a proper balanced diet can help you age gracefully.<br /><br />1. Salmon: Salmon is full of several nutrients that promote bone health. <br />"Salmon is rich in protein, which is key to producing bone tissue." Elizabeth Ward, MS RDN Author, via Eat This, Not That<br />The fat contained in salmon helps your body to absorb vitamin D, a crucial bone nutrient.<br /><br />2. Kale: One cup of chopped kale has nearly 15% of the suggested daily calcium intake.<br />Experts say women and men over 50 should consume 1000 to 1200 milligrams of calcium a day. Kale also contains Vitamin K, a vital component of bone tissue.<br /><br />3. Beans: Beans have a wide-ranging amount of positive health effects.<br />Beans are a strong source of plant-based calcium, magnesium and potassium. One cup of white beans offers 191 milligrams of calcium.<br /><br />4. Eggs: Starting the day with some eggs is an easy and time-honored way to maintain quality bone health.<br />"Eggs are a rare food that naturally provides vitamin D—which is needed to help absorb calcium from the intestinal tract." Holly Klamer, MS RDN MyChrohnsAndColitisTeam, via Eat This, Not That<br />Don't skip the yolk, it contains K2, a vitamin that delivers calcium to your bones.<br /><br />Eat Well and Live Long!
