Daily Prunes May Preserve Bone Mass, Strength in Older Women: Penn State Study

Menopausal women who consumed at least four to six prunes every day for one year maintained their bone density, strength, and structure.
Daily Prunes May Preserve Bone Mass, Strength in Older Women: Penn State Study
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Eating prunes daily could slow the progression of age-related bone loss and reduce fracture risks in postmenopausal women, according to a study led by researchers from Pennsylvania State University, funded by the California Prune Board.

The study authors found that postmenopausal women who consumed at least four to six prunes daily for one year preserved their bone structure and strength in the weight-bearing area of their shin bones.

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