- Nuts and seeds
- Dark leafy greens
- Beans and lentils
- Whole grains
- Dark chocolate
- Bananas and avocados
Instead of relying only on supplements, try adding magnesium-rich foods to your meals regularly.
Vitamin K and Bone Maintenance
Vitamin K is another nutrient involved in normal bone maintenance. It helps support proteins that are connected to bone structure.
Good sources of vitamin K include:
- Kale
- Spinach
- Broccoli
- Brussels sprouts
- Cabbage
- Parsley
One important note: people who take blood-thinning medication should speak with a doctor before making major changes to vitamin K intake.
The Role of Everyday Spices Like Cloves
Spices are often overlooked, but they can add more than flavor to your meals. Cloves, for example, contain manganese, a trace mineral involved in normal bone formation and enzyme function.
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