{"id":76,"date":"2019-08-12T17:46:32","date_gmt":"2019-08-12T21:46:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/wordpress\/?p=76"},"modified":"2026-06-24T18:08:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T22:08:12","slug":"dietary-sources-of-calcium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/","title":{"rendered":"Calcium: Reference and Dietary Sources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">On this page<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a53db29bcfd7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a53db29bcfd7\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/#Recommended_Dietary_Allowances_RDAs_for_Calcium\" >Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for Calcium<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/#Dietary_Sources_of_Calcium\" >Dietary Sources of Calcium<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/#_Selected_Food_Sources_of_Calcium\" >&nbsp;Selected Food Sources of Calcium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\/blog\/dietary-sources-of-calcium\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abstract<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we describe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>the major purposes of this specific nutrient in the human body,&nbsp;<\/li><li>its experimentally confirmed health uses,&nbsp;<\/li><li>conventional ways to estimate nutrient status,<\/li><li>nutrient\u2019s toxicities and deficiencies,<\/li><li>experimentally confirmed and approved levels of the nutrient intake for different demographics,<\/li><li>dietary sources of the nutrient.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, is required for vascular contraction and vasodilation, muscle function, nerve transmission, intracellular signaling and hormonal secretion, though less than 1% of total body calcium is needed to support these critical metabolic functions. Serum calcium is very tightly regulated and does not fluctuate with changes in dietary intakes; the body uses bone tissue as a reservoir for, and source of calcium, to maintain homeostatic concentrations of calcium in blood, muscle, and intercellular fluids. The remaining 99% of the body\u2019s calcium supply is stored in the bones and teeth where it supports their structure and function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all calcium consumed is actually absorbed in the gut. Humans absorb about 30% of the calcium in foods, but this varies depending upon the type of food consumed. Other factors also affect calcium absorption include amount consumed; age and life stage (absorption decreases to 15%\u201320% in adulthood, increases during pregnancy, and continues to decrease as people age); vitamin D intake; other components in food (phytic acid and oxalic acid, found naturally in some plants, bind to calcium and can inhibit its absorption). In contrast, wheat products (with the exception of wheat bran) do not appear to lower calcium absorption. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some absorbed calcium is eliminated from the body in urine, feces, and sweat. This amount is affected by such factors as the following: sodium and protein intakes; stimulants (caffeine and alcohol) intake; consumption of fruits and vegatables.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two&nbsp;tests to measure&nbsp;blood&nbsp;calcium. The total&nbsp;calcium test measuresboth the free and bound forms. The ionized&nbsp;calcium test measures&nbsp;only the free, metabolically active form.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inadequate intakes of dietary calcium from food and supplements produce no obvious symptoms in the short term. Circulating blood levels of calcium are tightly regulated. Hypocalcemia results primarily from medical problems or treatments, including renal failure, surgical removal of the stomach, and use of certain medications (such as diuretics). Symptoms of hypocalcemia include numbness and tingling in the fingers, muscle cramps, convulsions, lethargy, poor appetite, and abnormal heart rhythms. If left untreated, calcium deficiency leads to death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the long term, inadequate calcium intake causes osteopenia which if untreated can lead to osteoporosis. The risk of bone fractures also increases, especially in older individuals. Calcium deficiency can also cause rickets, though it is more commonly associated with vitamin D deficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although frank calcium deficiency is uncommon, dietary intakes of the nutrient below recommended levels might have negative health consequences over the long term. The following groups are among those most likely to need extra calcium: postmenopausal women; amenorrheic women and the female athlete triad; individuals with lactose intolerance or cow\u2019s milk allergy; and vegetarians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many claims are made about calcium\u2019s potential benefits in health promotion and disease prevention and treatment: bone health and osteoporosis; cardiovascular disease; hypertension and preeclampsia; blood pressure regulation and hypertension; cancers of the colon, rectum, and prostate; kidney stones; and weight management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Excessively high levels of calcium in the blood known as hypercalcemia can cause renal insufficiency, vascular and soft tissue calcification, hypercalciuria (high levels of calcium in the urine) and kidney stones. Although very high calcium intakes have the potential to cause hypercalcemia, it is most commonly associated with primary hyperparathyroidism or malignancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some evidence links higher calcium intake with increased risk of prostate cancer, but this effect is not well understood, in part because it is challenging to separate the potential effect of dairy products from that of calcium. Some studies also link high calcium intake, particularly from supplements, with increased risk of cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Assessment of nutritional balance <\/strong>brings<strong> cost-effective immediate answers<\/strong> when your client:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Feels stressed, tired, depressed<\/li><li>Takes prescription meds but cannot alleviate symptoms<\/li><li>Wants to achieve optimal wellness, prevent chronic disease, and manage aging process<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutriiq.ca\">Nutri-IQ<\/a>\u2122 <\/strong>is a unique tool that helps Wellness Professionals to easy and conveniently  identify clients\u2019 <strong>nutritional gaps <\/strong>as possible causes for clients\u2019 complaints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_Dietary_Allowances_RDAs_for_Calcium\"><\/span><strong>Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for Calcium<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th>Age<\/th><th>Male<\/th><th>Female<\/th><th>Pregnant<\/th><th>Lactating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>0\u20136 months*<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7\u201312 months*<\/td><td>260 mg<\/td><td>260 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\u20133 years<\/td><td>700 mg<\/td><td>700 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4\u20138 years<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9\u201313 years<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14\u201318 years<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><td>1,300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>19\u201350 years<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>51\u201370 years<\/td><td>1,000 mg<\/td><td>1,200 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>71+ years<\/td><td>1,200 mg<\/td><td>1,200 mg<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">* Adequate Intake (AI)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dietary_Sources_of_Calcium\"><\/span>Dietary Sources of Calcium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Milk, yogurt, and cheese are rich natural sources of calcium and are the major food contributors of this nutrient to people in the developed countries. Nondairy sources include vegetables, such as Chinese cabbage, kale, and broccoli. Spinach provides calcium, but its bioavailability is poor. Most grains do not have high amounts of calcium unless they are fortified; however, they contribute calcium to the diet because they contain small amounts of calcium and people consume them frequently. Foods fortified with calcium include many fruit juices and drinks, tofu, and cereals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Selected_Food_Sources_of_Calcium\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;Selected Food Sources of Calcium<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Food<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Milligrams (mg) per serving<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Percent DV*<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plain low fat yogurt, 8 ounces<\/td><td>415<\/td><td>32<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Orange juice, calcium-fortified, 1 cup<\/td><td>349<\/td><td>27<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mozzarella cheese, 1.5 ounces<\/td><td>333<\/td><td>26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Canned in oil sardines with bones, 3 ounces<\/td><td>325<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheddar cheese, 1.5 ounces<\/td><td>307<\/td><td>24<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Non-fat milk, 1 cup<\/td><td>299<\/td><td>23<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soymilk, calcium-fortified, 1 cup<\/td><td>299<\/td><td>23<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Milk, reduced-fat (2%), 1 cup<\/td><td>293<\/td><td>23<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buttermilk, 1 cup<\/td><td>284<\/td><td>22<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Whole milk (3.25%), 1 cup<\/td><td>276<\/td><td>21<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fruit yogurt, low fat, 6 ounces<\/td><td>258<\/td><td>20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Firm tofu, with calcium sulfate, \u00bd cup***<\/td><td>253<\/td><td>19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Canned with bone pink salmon, 3 ounces<\/td><td>181<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cottage cheese 1% milk fat, 1 cup<\/td><td>138<\/td><td>11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soft tofu, with calcium sulfate, \u00bd cup***<\/td><td>138<\/td><td>11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ready-to-eat cereal, calcium-fortified, 1 cup<\/td><td>130<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frozen yogurt, \u00bd cup<\/td><td>103<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cooked turnip greens, \u00bd cup<\/td><td>99<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cooked kale,  1 cup<\/td><td>94<\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ice cream, \u00bd cup<\/td><td>84<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chinese cabbage (bok chow), raw, 1 cup<\/td><td>74<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>White bread, 1 slice<\/td><td>73<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chocolate pudding ready to eat, 4 ounces<\/td><td>55<\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Corn tortilla, 1 &#8211; 6\u201d diameter<\/td><td>46<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flour tortilla, 1 &#8211; 6\u201d diameter<\/td><td>32<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sour cream, cultured, 2 tablespoons<\/td><td>31<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Whole wheat bread, 1 slice<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Raw kale, 1 cup<\/td><td>24<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Raw broccoli, \u00bd cup<\/td><td>21<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cream-cheese, 1 tablespoon<\/td><td>14<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">* DV = Daily Value. The DV for calcium used above is 1,300 mg for adults and children aged 4 years and older.  Foods providing 20% of more of the DV are considered to be high sources of a nutrient, but foods providing lower percentages of the DV also contribute to a healthful diet.<br \/>** Calcium content varies slightly by fat content; the more fat, the less calcium the food contains.<br \/>*** Calcium content is for tofu processed with a calcium salt. Tofu processed with other salts does not provide significant amounts of calcium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span>References<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Elson Haas. \u201cStaying Healthy with Nutrition\u201d<\/li><li>U.S. Department of Health &amp; Human Services:\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Calcium-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Calcium-HealthProfessional\/\">:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Calcium-HealthProfessional\/<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Milk, yogurt, and cheese are rich natural sources of calcium and are the major food contributors of this nutrient to people in the developed countries. 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