Calcium supplements boost critical phase of bone development
Study Findings:
- Girls who took supplements developed bone mass more quickly than girls who took a placebo. Researchers say teens need 1500mg of calcium a day for optimum bone health and say it’s most important during puberty.
ticles:
- Original Research: Sustained effect of short-term calcium supplementation on bone mass in adolescent girls with low calcium intake
- Study: Calcium supplements boost critical phase of bone development
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