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Calcium Is Only One Part of Strong Bones
One common mistake is assuming:
More calcium = stronger bones.
The reality is more nuanced.
Think of bone maintenance as a construction project. Calcium may be an important building material, but a construction crew needs much more than one material to maintain a building.
Bone health also depends on adequate vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium. Protein supports the structural framework of bone and muscle. Magnesium, phosphorus, and other nutrients also contribute to normal physiology.
Physical activity matters as well.
