Linda Ohr

Linda Milo Ohr

An estimated 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, and 34 million more have low bone mass, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation. When it comes to bone health, osteoporosis is a top concern, especially among women, but the focus goes beyond this disease and women. Although women are at greater risk, 20% of those affected by osteoporosis are men. Bone development and maintenance of bone mineral density are critical for bone health for all ages and both sexes. Eighty-five percent of …Vitamin K-2 promotes bone health by activating osteocalcin, a vitamin K-dependent protein that binds calcium to the bone matrix, building strong bones.







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Linda Milo Ohr is a food scientist and writer based in Highlands Ranch, Colo. ([email protected]).
Linda Ohr
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