My child is allergic to milk so Im looking for ideas on how to boost his calcium intake. Is calcium-fortified juice as good as milk?
The calcium in calcium-fortified juices appears to be readily absorbed by the body so it is an acceptable alternative to milk. However there are other key nutrients found in milk such as magnesium and vitamin D which are also needed for bone development. For this reason its important to discuss additional food supplements with your childs health care professional and/or registered dietician, if your child is unable to drink milk.
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