Are you trying to increase your calcium intake but finding it not very appetising? Why not try other yummy ways to increase the calcium you eat.
First you should review the chart below to see the average calcium needs of individuals according to the US National Academy of Sciences, then have a look at the food options to find the choices that you like. Also check the likely products on the supermarket shelves to find others like tofu that could provide part of your calcium needs in a package you would prefer! The whole idea is to get your calcium in a calci-yummy way!
How Much Calcium Do We Need?
Calci-yummy Calcium Sources
Children 1-3 years old 500 mg 4-8 years old 800 mg Pre-teens 9-12 years 1,300 mg Teenagers 13-18 years 1,300 mg Adults 19-50 years old 1,000 mg 50+ years old 1,200 mg
Most of us will think of milk when we think of calcium, and indeed dairy products are the largest source of calcium in most peoples diets. A glass of milk can provide 1/3 of our daily calcium needs, 350mg; but milk isn't the only means of getting our calcium intake, and variety can be the spice of life making reaching our full calcium intake per day more interesting and enjoyable!
Other Drinks soy milk, calcium fortified Use in place of milk soy 'cream', calcium fortified Use as toppings on deserts/drinks Calcium fortified fruit juices Refreshing drinks Other Dairy Products plain non-fat yogurt Add to deserts or have as a drink Non-fat yogurt with fruit Tasty deserts and snacks Low-fat soft cheeses Use in meals, tossed salads, etc. hard cheeses (cheddar) Use in meals, sandwiches, crackers Fish Products canned sardines with bones Snacks, salads, sandwiches canned salmon with bones Snacks, salads, sandwiches, meals
This general advice is given to show you some of the things which can help an individual who is trying to increase their calcium intake, but it is NOT to be considered as a subsitute for or to be used in place of consulting a trained medical practitioner regarding health problems. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider.
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