Calcium News

Are you getting enough calcium in your diet for good bone health? Most women are not. In fact, according to a survey conducted by the American Dietetic Association, 9 out of 10 women over the age of 30 consume less than the recommended amount of calcium per day and many only consume one-half of the target amount.

Smart Calcium Choices

Here are some foods that are high in calcium and can go a long way towards helping you meet your recommended daily calcium intake! Click here for a printable 5 day Calcium Smart Menu.

Milk
1 cup
8 oz = 300 mg
30%
Fortified Cereals
1 bowl
1 serving = 500 mg
50%
Cheddar Cheese
1 serving
1.5 oz = 300 mg
30%
Fruit Flavored Yogurt
1 cup
8 oz = 200-300 mg
20-30%
Fortified Juices
1 cup Tropicana Pure Premium® Calcium Fortified Orange Juice
8 oz = 350 mg
35%

How Much Calcium Do You Need?

Your calcium requirements increase as you grow older. Read below to find out if you are getting the recommended amount of calcium in your daily diet.

Age Calcium
9-18 1300 mg per day
19-50 1000 mg per day
51-plus 1200 mg per day

Simple Steps to Improve Your Bone Health

You can start taking better care of your bone health right now by following these simple steps.

  • Eat several servings of high calcium foods throughout the day.
  • Stay physically active.
  • Do not smoke.
  • Limit your alcohol intake.


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