Many people assume their bones stop growing when they become adults.
Bone tissue is continuously dissolving and re-forming. One way to maintain strong bones is to eat foods rich in calcium. Dairy products such as milk, yogurt, cheese, ice milk, and pudding made with milk are storehouses of calcium. Milk and milk products also contain vitamin D and other components that help your body absorb calcium, so dietitians recommend two servings of dairy products a day. Other sources of calcium include green leafy vegetables, cooked beans, fruit, grain products, canned sardines, and salmon with bones.