At a time when rates of osteoporosis are climbing and the consumption of calcium and vitamin D are suboptimal, the question of bone growth in children is a natural one.
How do we ensure children are developing healthy bones during childhood?
How do we prevent osteoporosis and set kids up for a future of strong, healthy bones?
In this episode, I dig into these questions and more in my interview with Dr. Taylor Wallace.

What You Will Learn about Bone Growth:

• How healthy bones are formed during childhood
• What peak bone mass is
• How to maximize peak bone mass
• Why rates of osteoporosis are increasing in America
• Actionable steps to help encourage healthy bone growth in your child
• The role of calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients in bone growth
• Effective food patterns and their role in bone growth and development

What We Cover:

• Bone growth for boys and girls
• The role of protein in bone health
• Why peak bone mass is so important for bone growth and bone health
• When peak bone mass is achieved
• The shocking statistics of osteoporosis and what that means for you and your child
• Best foods for bone nutrients
• The role of calcium, and in particular, dairy foods versus plant foods
• The controversy around calcium recommendations

Links Mentioned in the Show:

Dr. Taylor Wallace’s website
The National Osteoporosis Foundation’s position statement
on peak bone mass development and lifestyle factors: a systematic review and implementation recommendations by Weaver et al. 2016
The National Osteoporosis Foundation’s website
Dr. Taylor Wallace on Facebook
Dr. Taylor Wallace on Twitter
The Calcium Handbook: Over 100 Ways to Grow Healthy Bones
Pumpkin Bread recipe
Family Mealtime Rules to Live By (FREE DOWNLOAD)

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