2.Calcium
This mineral is widely recognized for its function in bone health. Lack of calcium can also lead to
osteoporosis . The 2015 Dietary Guidelines recommends three servings of dairy – one of the top sources of calcium – each day. Alternative milk beverages such as hemp, almond, rice and coconut may be popular and tasty, but they don’t count toward the daily recommended amount of dairy since they don’t measure up nutritionally to cow’s milk. Your doctor can help determine if you’re not getting enough calcium, and a registered dietitian can help determine if you can get enough through food or if a supplement is necessary.
Foods providing calcium:dairy products, fish with soft bones, leafy green vegetables (like kale and broccoli), tofu made with calcium sulfate, beans
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