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Does a 14 year old need milk to build stronger bones?
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Yes: Teenagers need a higher amount of calcium, because their bones are growing. Should receive at least 1, 400mg a day.
Answered 7/18/2012
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Calcium -yes: In the US, milk is highly promoted as a calcium source and it is.However, other cultures don't even consume it after childhood and shift to cheeses and other foods which do as well.Kids who are milk sensitive can take a calcium tablet instead.
Answered 4/21/2019
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