The effects of dairy products on body composition, bone mineralization, and weight loss in adolescent girls

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High calcium intake may not produce significant changes in bone density, bone mass, or body composition among teenage girls. A year of monitoring increased calcium intake at or above the Recommended Dietary Allowance of 1,200 milligrams (mg) in 22 teenage girls was compared to a group with a calcium level around 728 mg (the control group). All girls had gained similar amounts of weight and grown about 5%, with a body fat composition of 30%. Bone mineralization status did not improve in the high-calcium group, rendering the results of the study inconclusive.

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Do dairy products improve bone density in adolescent girls?

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Dairy products such as milk, cheese and cream are a good source of dietary calcium, which are needed for developing strong bones and teeth and for preventing osteoporotic diseases later in life. Studies showed that adolescent girls who consume these products could improve their bone mass by as much as 10%, as compared to a 1%-5% increase with calcium supplementation, suggesting that dairy products are more effective sources of calcium than supplemented dietary calcium.

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Role of calcium in bone health during childhood

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This article analyzes the effect of calcium on bone mineral density. Topics include osteoporosis prevention, bone growth, and calcium nutrition.

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