Building healthy bones begins early in life. Bone mass is formed mainly during childhood and adolescence and finally peaks around age 30 to 35.

But there's good news. Research has shown that no matter what your age, a diet including bone-building nutrients and an active lifestyle can slow the natural process of bone loss.

We all know that calcium is good for your bones. But there are several other nutrients, such as vitamin D, phosphorus, protein, vitamin K, vitamin C, magnesium, and fluoride, that play an important role in bone health. Research also suggests that a diet rich in soy isoflavones is associated with bone strength. Learn more about the role of nutrients and functional ingredients in your body.

• Bone-building Beverages
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin D-Benefits of Bone Health & Beyond: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Holick
• Vitamin D Revised Health Claim
• Are you Getting Enough Calcium & Vitamin D
• Juice Fortification Helps Address Low Vitamin D Intakes
• Expert Interview on Beverages & Bone Health
  Bone Health Expert Dr. Robert P. Heaney provides an update on research into the impact of soft drink ingredients, including caffeine, carbonation and phosphoric acid, on bone health.
• Interview
• Podcast