Behavioral Intervention in Adolescents Improves Bone Mass, Yet Lactose Maldigestion Is a Barrier

Behavioral Intervention in Adolescents Improves Bone Mass, Yet Lactose Maldigestion Is a Barrier

Calcium intake during adolescence is important for attainment of peak bone mass. Lactose maldigestion is an autosomal recessive trait, leading to lower calcium intake. The Adequate Calcium Today study aimed to determine if a school-based targeted behavioral intervention over one year could improve c...

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Main Authors: Yujin Lee, Dennis A. Savaiano, George P. McCabe, Francis M. Pottenger, Kathleen Welshimer, Connie M. Weaver, Linda D. McCabe, Rachel Novotny, Marsha Read, Scott Going, April Mason, Marta Van Loan, Carol J. Boushey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-03-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
adolescents
bone
calcium
perceived milk intolerance
lactose maldigestion
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/4/421

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