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Recommended Calcium

1,000 mg/day

Calcium from Dairy600 mg
Remaining to Fill400 mg

Recommended Calcium vs Age

Fórmula

Calcium Requirements by Age

Calcium is critical for bone health, nerve function, and muscle contraction.

RDA Table

Age GroupCalcium RDA 1-3 years700 mg 4-8 years1,000 mg 9-18 years1,300 mg 19-50 years1,000 mg 51+ years1,200 mg

One serving of dairy provides roughly 300 mg of calcium.

Ejemplo Resuelto

A 35-year-old who consumes 2 dairy servings per day.

  1. 01RDA for age 19-50 = 1,000 mg
  2. 02Calcium from 2 dairy servings = 2 x 300 = 600 mg
  3. 03Remaining gap = 1,000 - 600 = 400 mg

Preguntas Frecuentes

How much calcium do adults need?

Most adults aged 19-50 need 1,000 mg daily. Those over 50 need 1,200 mg. Teenagers need the most at 1,300 mg.

Can I get enough calcium without dairy?

Yes. Fortified plant milks, tofu, kale, broccoli, almonds, and canned sardines are good non-dairy calcium sources.

Is it possible to take too much calcium?

Yes. The upper limit is 2,000-2,500 mg per day. Excessive calcium can increase kidney stone risk.

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