Bone health comes down to the right nutrients. Plenty of exercise and a healthy, balanced diet are a great foundation for overall health, but for strong, healthy bones that will carry you through your golden years, you're probably going to need a strategy that includes key vitamins and minerals.

1. Feed your bones

   Eat your way to a healthier body! Start with a healthy diet that's rich in leafy greens, protein and calcium-rich sources.

2. Fill in dietary gaps with supplements

   There's a reason why calcium is so popular, but in fact, there are two vitamins that may be just as essential for bone health. Vitamin D helps maintain your already-healthy calcium levels, and vitamin K promotes your healthy bone structure. We also recommend bone health supplements, such as, magnesium, boron, collagen and zinc—all of which offer additional support for our bones.

3. Reduce your risk factors

   Some risk factors for bone health concerns are out of your control, such as your age, ethnicity and gender and body type; older, Caucasian and Asian women are more susceptible to bone health concerns. However, drinking, smoking, a poor diet and lack of exercise also increase your risk—so be sure to choose a bone-healthy lifestyle!

4. Check your bone density

   If you're concerned about bone health, ask your doctor if you should have a bone density test, which measures the mineral content in your bones, and offers an accurate assessment of your overall bone strength.