What is the recommended dietary allowance of calcium for teenagers?
The recommended dietary allowance of calcium for teenagers is 1300 mg daily. Calcium is a mineral and is essential for healthy and strong bones, particularly for children. During formative years young people between the ages of 10 to 16 develop more than half of their bone structure, storing needed calcium for overall skeletal strength. If your body does not get the necessary amount of calcium for daily use, it takes what it needs from your bones. The reduction of calcium in your bones can lead to osteoporosis and related complications later in life. Unfortunately, the majority of teenagers do not consume enough foods containing calcium to meet the suggested daily allowance of calcium. Milk, cheese, beans, yogurt and many other foods are excellent sources of calcium.
