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. 1992 Nov;50(11):335-7.
doi: 10.1111/j.1753-4887.1992.tb07721.x.

Maximizing peak bone mass: calcium supplementation increases bone mineral density in children

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Maximizing peak bone mass: calcium supplementation increases bone mineral density in children

No authors listed. Nutr Rev. 1992 Nov.

Abstract

Attaining peak skeletal bone mass during childhood may reduce the incidence of osteoporosis in later life. A recent study in six- to 14-year-old identical twins showed that calcium supplementation increased bone mineral density. The effects of supplementation were especially pronounced in prepubertal children.

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