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Eating the right foods, exercising enough, maintaining your weight and choosing the right foods and supplements to fit your lifestyle seem like hard enough tasks -- now throw in the changes of puberty, pregnancy and perimenopause, and you really have your work cut out for you.
MINERALS
Boron
What is it?: A trace mineral
Sources: Raisins, prunes, fruits (other than citrus), nuts and vegetables
Uses: Treats and prevents osteoarthritis and protects bones by preventing bone-mineral loss.
How much?: 3 mg a day is recommended for women who are at risk for developing osteoporosis. Boron enhances the effects of vitamin D and should be taken along with calcium for best results.