Prunes for bone density: signal, not significance

womens-hormones · Examine.com Study Summaries — June 8–15, 2026 · 2026

Meta-analysis of 4 RCTs in 518 postmenopausal women with osteopenia: 50–100 g/day prunes for 6–12 months didn't significantly change bone mineral density vs. controls.

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Meta-analysis of 4 RCTs in 518 postmenopausal women with osteopenia: 50–100 g/day prunes for 6–12 months didn't significantly change bone mineral density vs. controls.

  • prunes
  • bone mineral density
  • postmenopausal
  • osteopenia
  • womens health