Increased Consumption of Plant Foods is Associated with Increased Bone Mineral Density

ConclusionIn a healthy middle aged population with normal BMD, an increase in plant food consumption, either alone or in combination with a diet containing meat, is associated with improved bone mineralisation markers. This positive relationship is most likely due to the extensive range of micronutrients and phytochemicals packaged within plants.
Source: The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging - Category: Nutrition Source Type: research