You
know that California Prunes are the original
good-gut food. But, did you know they are as good
for tibias as they are for tummies? A decades-long,
growing body of research indicates a remarkably positive
connection between California Prunes and bone
health.
“We are seeing an exciting
‘prune effect’ on bones. In a
variety
of unique research
scenarios,
California Prunes
are consistently
associated with
a favorable bone response.”
BONE
HEALTH RESEARCHER
BERNARD HALLORAN, PH.D., PROFESSOR EMERITUS
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA - SAN FRANCISCO
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Many
factors that are common today, including
obesity, sedentary lifestyles, smoking, and even
certain medications like oral contraceptives, can
adversely impact bone health. But, like many conditions,
diet and exercise can help.
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Research suggests the polyphenol content in
California Prunes may play a role in the fruit’s
bone health benefits. A web of bone-enhancing,
non-polyphenolic compounds including manganese,
vitamin K, boron, copper, sorbitol and potassium
also come together to make California Prunes a best
friend to bones. |
Visit the Wellness
Hub to discover the
bone-boosting benefits of California
Prunes.
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Bone
development peaks around age 30. At that point bone mass
no longer
develops and even begins to deplete. Check out this
video to learn more about the snackable
superfood helping to
protect bones.
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California
Prunes are the not-so-secret
ingredient that
make everything from appetizers and salads to
entrees and
desserts irresistible – and good for you, too. Get
inspired
by these delicious bone-boosting tips by Leslie
Bonci, MPH,
RDN, CSSD, LDN. Bone Appetit!
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BREAKFAST
- Add chopped California Prunes to cereal,
oatmeal or pancakes
- Make oatmeal with milk instead of water
- Swap oil for a California Prune puree
- Swap cereal to pick one fortified with
one-building micronutrients
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LUNCH
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DINNER
- Add chopped California Prunes to Brussel sprouts,
broccoli
or other roasted veggies
- Chop California Prunes and nuts into rice pilaf
- Make a mole with California Prunes,
tomatoes
and cocoa
- Add more produce to the plate with roasted, sautéed,
stir-fried or grilled veggies
- Purée cannellini beans and add to a soup or sauce
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No
bones about it, strong and healthy bones are
literally the
foundation of good health. California Prunes can
help build
bone health … one delicious
bite at a time
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