Protein. It's been identified as being both detrimental and beneficial to bone health.
Given the high prevalence of osteoporosis and sarcopenia, should health professionals recommend an increase in protein intakes? Well, it depends on a variety of factors.
This course briefly describes these factors and their relation to bone health. Loss of bone mass (osteopenia) and loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) that occur with age are also discussed in depth.