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Is drinking milk essential for building strong bones? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter

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Calcium Is Essential for Your Bones

There's a second kind of bone, often in the middle, that's called trebecular bone. Our bodies are constantly replacing old bone with new bone. Bones store 99 % of your body's calcium. Calcium helps yourselves communicate and make sure your nerves can signal properly. If your body doesn't have enough calcium, it just takes it from your bones, which can make them weak and fragile.

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