Penn StateJun 25 2024 Dairy isn't the only food that's good for bone health. Prunes may also protect bone structure and strength in postmenopausal women, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers. The findings, published in Osteoporosis International, suggest that daily prune consumption slows the progression of age-related bone loss and reduces the risk of fracture.
It's of particular concern among postmenopausal women, the researchers said. Estrogen, a hormone critical for bone health, declines during this life phase and lower levels of estrogen hastens the loss of bone density. While there is medication available to treat osteoporosis, the researchers said that many women who should be taking it aren't.
Related Stories"When we look at bone mineral density, we're looking at how much bone there is, but we also want to know about the quality of the bone. When we look at a three-dimensional picture, we can look at bone structure, geometry and micro-architecture. In other words, it tells us how good the bone is," De Souza said.
"It's pretty exciting data for a 12-month study," De Souza said. "We were able to maintain and preserve bone at the weight-bearing, cortical bone of the tibia and the maintenance of cortical bone and bone strength is key to avoiding fracture."
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