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The nutritional factors essential for bone growth and maintenance.
Concept introduction:
The growth, development and repair of bones depend on a variety of factors such as minerals, hormones, nutrients and genetic factors. The dietary supplement of certain minerals (calcium and phosphorous) is very essential for formation of bones.
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The hormonal factors essential for bone growth and maintenance.
Concept introduction:
The growth, development and repair of bones depend on a variety of factors such as minerals, hormones, nutrients and genetic factors. The dietary supplement of certain minerals (calcium and phosphorous) is very essential for formation of bones.
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