What your daughter needs every day:
- 1,300 milligrams of calcium
- 200 international units of vitamin D
- 60 minutes of physical activity
Older than age 9? Now's her time! Your daughter is in her key bone-building years. By age 18, she will have built most of her bone mass. That means that right now is the best time to give her the support she needs to build strong bones for a lifetime.
Take advantage of these free Best Bones Forever!™ tools and resources:
- List of foods with calcium and vitamin D.
- Print recipes!
- Download a bone-healthy grocery list.
- Learn activities you can do as a family to help your daughter build strong bones.
- Get your BBF Web Badges!
In the news: Is your daughter really lactose intolerant?
A recent statement by the National Institutes of Health suggests that many people who think they are lactose intolerant may not be after all. In fact, many girls may be able to enjoy small amounts of milk, cheese, or yogurt throughout the day. Learn more here.
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About the Campaign
Best Bones Forever!™
Best Bones Forever!™ is a national bone health campaign aimed at helping girls ages 9-14 and their parents understand that now is the time to build strong bones for life. Learn more about the campaign.
