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California Prunes- A Best Friend to Bones

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

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.

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.
Did You Know...

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.
Bone Heath — One Bone at a Time

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!
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
LUNCH
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
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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