Dairy Plus Vitamin D Protects Bones

Consuming certain dairy products with vitamin D may protect aging bones.  A new study found consumption of milk, yogurt and cheese, when combined with vitamin D supplementation, was associated with higher bone density in the spine and less bone loss in the hip.  Vitamin D increases absorption of calcium, which builds bone and reduces bone loss.  These results were only seen when there was adequate vitamin D intake.  An estimated 10 million Americans have osterporosis, which increases the risk of fractures, loss of mobility, decreased independence and quality of life, and even death.