The vitamin the body lacks when legs and bones are painful

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If your pain isn’t solely from a lack of vitamin D, other nutrients may be involved.
Calcium: the pillar of your bones
Without calcium, your bones become fragile and more prone to fractures. It is found in:
  • Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt)
  • Almonds and sardines
  • Leafy green vegetables like spinach and kale
Magnesium: the muscles’ ally
A lack of magnesium can cause cramps and muscle pain. To prevent this, consume:
  • Bananas and avocados
  • Sunflower seeds and nuts
  • Cocoa (a good excuse for a square of dark chocolate)
Vitamin K2: the architect of calcium
Calcium needs to be used efficiently by the body, and vitamin K2 helps it settle in the bones rather than in the arteries. It is found in:
  • Mature cheeses
  • Egg yolk
  • Fermented foods (like natto)
Omega-3: for healthy joints
They reduce inflammation and relieve joint pain. You’ll find them in:
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