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Sunlight helps too, increasing production of vitamin D, which aids the body in absorbing Calcium.
The study shows that gardening just once a week produces higher bone density than almost any other exercise. Women's Diets A study says women who eat a wide variety of healthy foods may significantly lower their risk of death from several major causes. It's the first time that the health effects of overall eating patterns have been studied. They found plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat meat and dairy products reduce a woman's chances of dying. Sleep A new study just published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found Caucasian babies are twice as likely to be placed on their backs to sleep than African American infants.