Summary
A large study suggests the Mediterranean diet might help lower the risk of bone fractures, while diets that cut a lot of calories could increase bone breakdown. Researchers reviewed data from over 500,000 adults and found that although most diets didn't change bone density much, the Mediterranean diet was linked to fewer fractures.
Key Facts
- The study was conducted by researchers at Chester Medical School in England.
- The Mediterranean diet includes lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, and olive oil, with moderate fish, poultry, and dairy.
- A Mediterranean diet was associated with a lower risk of hip and overall bone fractures.
- Calorie-restricted diets were linked to increased markers of bone breakdown.
- The analysis involved over 500,000 adults across 30 studies.
- The study also looked at high-protein, low-carbohydrate, and ketogenic diets.
- Researchers suggest overall dietary patterns affect bone health, not just individual nutrients.
- This study is the first to examine the impact of these diets on bone health in a large number of people.
