Calcium is an important part of our diet but it can be
difficult to tell if you’re getting enough from your diet and to know which
foods you should be eating. Here are six questions to ask yourself.
Calcium is vital for bone health, assisting in bone
deposition, thereby preventing osteoporosis. It also plays a role in other
bodily functions such as nerve transmission and muscle contraction.
1. How much calcium do I need?
Most South Africans only manage to consume 500–600 mg/day,
meaning that we are falling short of our recommended daily intake for calcium.
2. Do I need to take a calcium supplement?
Consuming calcium-rich foods is the best way to meet your
calcium requirements. Only when you are unable to get sufficient calcium from
your diet, should you consider supplementing to make up the difference.
Milk and dairy products are a convenient source of
bone-healthy vitamins and minerals (calcium, phosphorous and vitamin D).
Calcium is however also found in other food sources.
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