Do any foods contribute to bone loss?

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Q: Do any foods contribute to bone loss?

I understand that foods high in calcium are good and build strong bones but do any foods do the opposite?

Dr Greg Sher (Chiropractor)
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Fizzy or carbonated drinks are thought to lower the pH (increased acidity), which is thought to pull the minerals out of our bones, leading to Osteoporosis.
The high sugar and other “special ingredients” in the soft drinks are also thought to accelerate this porcess, which is why drinking water is both the cheapest and healthiest option out there. Reply to this post | Report
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