In Praise of Prunes

Prunes have quite the reputation of being a superfruit when it comes to digestive irregularity - but did you know they can also help prevent osteoporosis and fractures?

A study out of Florida State University found that prunes have a positive impact on bone health. The researchers followed two groups of postmenopausal women. Both groups took calcium and vitamin D supplements, but only one group also ate 10 prunes per day. At the end of the study, the group that ate prunes had significantly more bone mineral density in their forearm bones and spine. The researchers believe that the prunes decreased bone breakdown.

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