Which food or stuff has a rich source of calcium in it?
Hello. Hope you are fine. Why is calcium so important? Did you know that 99% of your body’s calcium is stored in your bones and teeth? This calcium makes up your bone bank. Calcium is “deposited” and “withdrawn” from your bone bank daily, based on your body’s need for calcium. If your daily diet is low in calcium, calcium is “withdrawn” from your bone bank. Bone is broken down to keep your blood calcium level normal. This happens because calcium plays a critical role in supporting your body’s vital functions; such as controlling your blood pressure and maintaining your heart beat. How much calcium is recommended each day? To promote strong bones throughout life, it is recommended that everyone, including pregnant or breastfeeding women, consume the following daily calcium intakes (to include dietary calcium plus any calcium supplement taken). Daily Recommended Intake for Calcium: Age (years) Calcium (mg*/day) 1 – 3 500 mg 4 – 8 800 mg 9 – 18 1300 mg 19 – 50 1000 mg 51 or older 1200 mg
