The researchers ask if the increase in fractures could be due to children drinking more soda pop and less milk.

Well, the answer is not to make sure your kids drink milk, as nearly all commercial milk is pasteurized and that is something you clearly want to avoid. There are loads of problems with pasteurized milk, however, milk in its raw state is one of the keys to preventing bone fractures, as it is, in my estimation, the finest source of calcium available. It is far better than coral calcium.

Unfortunately, raw milk is not commercially available, and you will need to seek out a local dairy farmer as a supplier. If you are in the Chicago area there is an Amish farmer who comes in regularly and has developed a legal cow-share program, and you can purchase the raw milk and can you update the dates in this link] through him. I firmly believe that if kids were to stop consuming all the soda, juice and most sweets and consume raw milk instead, they would have incredibly strong, dense bones. As a side benefit they would most likely be cavity-free and save big time on dental bills and the need to be exposed to any amalgams in the future.

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