How to Make Sure That You Are Getting Enough Calcium

Getting enough calcium is important. We need calcium to maintain strong bones, strong muscles and for other functions of the body. Here are some suggestions to make sure that you are getting enough calcium.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A diet rich in calcium.

1. To include enough calcium in your diet, include foods that are rich in calcium. Replace sodas with low-fat milk or orange juice.

2. Add yogurt to your daily diet, to give you a boost of calcium. Puddings are also great sources of calcium.

3. Eat plenty of dark green leafy vegetables. Some vegetables that are rich in calcium are, broccoli, bak choy and spinach.

4. Eat lunch and snacks that are rich in calcium, such as, a cheese sandwich, lasagna and macaroni and cheese. Salmon, tofu and sardines are also rich in calcium.

5. If you smoke, it can decrease the absorption of calcium. Quitting smoking not only will protect your bones but also can prevent you from having other smoke related diseases.

Tips & Warnings

• Eat calcium-fortified cereals with milk for breakfast.
• Take a calcium supplement.
• Lack of calcium can lead to Osteoporosis.

[Veesites]

on 10/5/2008 Good information, especially the part about stopping smoking.

[Susanh]

on 9/30/2008 This is so important! My doctor just told me I need more calcium to boost my bone density. Great resource here.

[oneloved]

on 9/29/2008 Great info. Non-dairy sources of calcium are important if you have a dairy allergy or intolerance.

[Marique-Ideas]

on 9/29/2008 Helpful article. Thanks.

[kaseysviewblog]

on 9/29/2008 Very important info!