Diet Nutrition Information
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Good Dietary Sources of CalciumFoods that contain calcium include: - Calcium-fortified orange juice Notes on Optimum Intake of CalciumAs with most other minerals and vitamins, we must (a) obtain sufficient amounts of calcium, AND (b) be able to absorb it. For optimum uptake, our diet should include enough magnesium, vitamin A and vitamin D, as well as enough vitamin B6, vitamin K and vitamin C. All these nutrients play an important role in helping us to absorb and retain enough calcium to maintain strong bones and teeth. Diet Foods and Calcium UptakeA high protein diet may increase the need for calcium. Also, saturated fat, phytic acid, (eg. from bran), and oxalic acid (eg. from spinach, rhubarb, chard, and beet greens) may depress calcium intake of calcium. Nutrition Resources About Calcium Recommended
Daily Allowance for Calcium
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