Hegarty writes that tea's attributes may have little effect in younger women and men but may be important in keeping bones healthy in older women. Most research on teas, especially on green tea, has looked at its ability to lower risks of cancer and heart disease. Meyers is a clinical nutritionist and assistant professor at Kennesaw State University near Atlanta. She reminds women that high consumption of protein and sodas may increase risk of osteoporosis, whereas extra calcium and exercise can improve bone density. In a British study, women who consumed tea had significantly greater bone mineral density when compared to non-tea drinkers.
Researchers suspect that substances in tea can mimic the effects of estrogen in protecting bones.
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