Dried Fruits for Bone Health: Science-Backed Insights

Osteoporosis affects over 200M people worldwide. Beyond medication, diet plays a vital role in prevention. Here’s how five dried fruits impact bone health, supported by clinical data.

Key Fruits & Evidence

  • Prunes: 50 g/day preserved hip BMD in a 12-month RCT (PubMed, 2022).

  • Figs: 2 figs = ~65 mg calcium; linked to stronger bones (Harvard Health, 2018).

  • Raisins: Boron + polyphenols aid mineralization and reduce bone loss.

  • Apricots: Animal study shows improved BMD, though weaker than prunes (PLOS One, 2013).

  • Dates: Magnesium + phenolic compounds = anti-inflammatory + bone support.

Practical Takeaways

  • Daily intake: 4–6 prunes or ¼–½ cup dried fruits.

  • Combine with nuts for absorption.

  • Simple integration: oatmeal, yogurt, smoothies.

Bottom line:

Dried fruits are functional foods with measurable effects on bone metabolism. Incorporating them daily can help lower osteoporosis risk, naturally.

📚 References: PubMed (2022), PSU (2022), Harvard Health (2018), PLOS One (2013).

#Nutrition #BoneHealth #EvidenceBased #FunctionalFood

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I'm Vahid Saadat Mehri, founder of Aramis Dried Fruit — where tradition meets export. We turn Persian sunshine into natural snacks for the world.