Many fruit juices are stripped of fiber and nutrients during processing.
They provide empty calories and contribute to bone density loss over time.
What to drink instead: Whole fruit, unsweetened fruit juice (in moderation), or water with lemon.
How much is too much: More than one glass of sweetened juice per day.
How These Drinks Affect Your Bones
Bone health depends on a delicate balance. Our bodies are constantly breaking down and rebuilding bone tissue. When we consume calcium-rich foods,
we support this process. When we consume calcium-depleting drinks, we disrupt it.
The science: Phosphoric acid in soda binds with calcium in the digestive tract, preventing absorption. Caffeine increases calcium excretion through urine. Sugar promotes inflammation, which can weaken bone structure. Alcohol interferes with hormone production and calcium absorption.
