Did you know? Bones can continue to develop well into adolescence.

“Bones” are another vital part of the body that play a key role in building strength and enabling efficient movement. This is why it’s important to prioritize bone health starting in childhood. When bones are strong, daily life becomes easier, and the risk of future health issues—particularly osteoporosis—is reduced. However, many people may not realize that bones actually continue to develop well into adolescence!

Bone development continues throughout adolescence

Bones begin to form while the fetus is still in the womb, developing approximately six weeks after fertilization. Initially, the fetal skeleton consists of fibrous tissue and hyaline cartilage, and it continues to develop until birth.

What many people may not realize is that bones continue to grow longer and stronger until adolescence (around age 25), which is the period when bones grow the fastest and become the strongest due to various factors, including:

Increase in bone tissue
Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) regulates bone growth.
Gonadotropins, a group of glycoprotein hormones, stimulate the growth of cartilage at the ends of bones.

Since nearly half of an adult’s bone mass is built up during this period, it is a critical time to take care of yourself to maximize bone mass and reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life.

Calcium from milk helps repair and build bone density

Drinking 220 milliliters of 100% whole cow’s milk (approximately 1 carton or 1 glass) provides as much as 224 milligrams of calcium, which is equivalent to eating 3 chicken eggs, 1.5 mackerel fish, 3.5 glasses of soy milk, or about 2 measuring cups of Chinese kale, among other options.

On average, the human body requires approximately 800–1,000 milligrams of calcium per day, depending on age. Adequate calcium intake helps increase bone density by enabling the body to absorb and utilize calcium efficiently, thereby reducing the risk of fractures or osteoporosis in old age. It also helps maintain calcium balance, which in turn reduces bone loss.

Drinking milk every day helps build long-term physical strength

Drinking 100% whole milk regularly every day plays an important role in building long-term physical strength, because in addition to calcium, it containsother nutrients that are beneficial to health, such as

Essential amino acids help build muscle and repair damaged tissue.
Protein helps build muscle, strengthens bones, and keeps you feeling full longer.
Carbohydrates are used by the body as a source of energy every day.
Various vitamins, such as vitamin B12, vitamin A, and especially vitamin D, help the body absorb calcium so it can be used effectively.

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Dietitian, Department of Nutrition, Siriraj Hospital, Piyomahakarun. “Drinking Milk the Right Way Is Good for Your Health” (2025): Website https://www.siphhospital.com/th/news/article/share/milk
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