6 Natural Foods with Calcium Exceed Milk

in healthyfood •  6 years ago 

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Do not just fixate on milk to meet the needs of calcium.

Meets calcium intake is not only important when still in early age. Calcium works as an adjunct to bone function, working to regulate heart rate and nerve signals, useful in preventing blood clotting, to osteoporosis.
All the benefits of calcium are very important for adults. A glass of cow's milk contains 305 milligrams of calcium. Mature humans need 1,000 milligrams of calcium per day.
In order for the body's calcium needs are met there are many foods that can be consumed. Calcium intake is not only owned a glass of cow's milk.
Chia seeds
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These small seeds are rich in calcium. A total of 100 grams of chia seeds contain 631 milligrams of cassava. This means three tablespoons of chia exceeds the calcium content of a glass of milk.
Sardine
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Eat a serving of sardine will give calcium intake up to 370 milligrams. Sardines are also a good source of omega-3s and vitamin D.
Green vegetable
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Green leafy vegetables are a source of calcium, especially dark green ones such as bokchoy, kale, spinach, and green turnip, Two kale vegetable sauces contain 188 milligrams of calcium.
Tofu
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A cup of tofu can contain 861 milligrams of calcium. Be sure to add tofu to stir with vegetables for lunch or dinner.
Ricotta cheese
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Three quarters of ricotta cheese plate contains 380 milligrams of calcium. For healthy snacks, add the fruit to the ricotta cheese for adequate fiber and calcium intake.
Salmon
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Fresh salmon or canned fish is a source of calcium more than imagined. Approximately 170 grams of fresh salmon contains 340 milligrams of calcium.
If you want more calcium intake try canned salmon. Generally canned salmon weighing 140 grams containing calcium up to 350 milligrams.

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