you get from milk. One study
compared the absorption of
calcium from kale and from milk
and found kale the clear winner.
(Yeah, kale!) Recent studies have
shown that plant-sourced calcium
in particular increases bone-
mineral density and reduces the
risk of osteoporosis. This is
probably not just due to the
calcium content of the plant—the
complement of other vitamins
(such as vitamin K), minerals,
and phytonutrients work
synergistically to provide
additional benefits to bones. Yet
another reason to eat your greens.
We think we’re in need of a summary
here.
Your body likes balance. Remember