When it comes to bone health, moderation in sodas, caffeine containing drinks and alcohol becomes very important. Sodas contain phosphorus. Too much phosphorus binds with calcium and makes us lose our calcium. Too much alcohol interferes with absorption of calcium, and caffeine as a diuretic increases the amount of calcium we excrete from the body. Smoking, too much salt and sugar also can create problems for bone health.
Smoking decreases the oxygen available to bones and partially blocks estrogen.
Salt and sugar both increase calcium excretion. Just as we need to be careful about things that can harm us, we need to be balanced about things that are good for us. Too much of a good thing is not good either. Please remember that when you are taking your vitamin and mineral supplements. Those you need to discuss with your physician and come to some decision as to what is best for you.