What foods should Sandra add to her diet if she has a family history of osteoporosis?

Foods rich in calcium:

* Dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese)

* Leafy green vegetables (spinach, kale, collard greens)

* Broccoli

* Tofu

* Beans and lentils

* Nuts and seeds

* fortified plant-based milks (almond, oat, soy)

* Sardines and salmon with bones

Foods rich in vitamin D:

* Fatty fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel)

* fortified milk

* fortified orange juice

* Egg yolks

* Shitake mushrooms

* fortified cereals

Other nutrients that support bone health:

* Vitamin K: Leafy green vegetables, soybeans, and vegetable oils.

* Magnesium: Nuts, seeds, whole grains, and legumes.

* Phosphorus: Dairy products, meat, poultry, fish, and legumes.

* Zinc: Meat, poultry, seafood, beans, nuts, and whole grains.

It's important for Sandra to talk to her doctor or a registered dietitian to create a personalized diet plan that meets her individual needs and preferences.

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