Top 8 Foods That Are Rich in Calcium

 


Did you know that Calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth? We need to consume enough of it to ensure we don't develop osteoporosis as we age. Eating the right foods can help us achieve that goal! Here are 8 high-calcium foods: 

1. Collard Greens- 1 cup of boiled collard greens contains a whopping 357mg of Calcium. It is also very low in calories and has lots of Vitamin K, which can help prevent osteoporosis.

2. Rhubarb- 1 cup of cooked Rhubarb contains 261mg of Calcium. Be sure to cook Rhubarb because it is poisonous in its natural state.

3. Turnip Greens- 1 cup of boiled turnip greens have 246mg of Calcium. It also contains lots of folates, Vitamin C, and Vitamin A. Turnip greens can be a great addition to your diet and are good for the liver and gallbladder, among other things.

4. Kale- 1 cup of boiled kale has a whopping 246mg of Calcium which is very high compared to many foods on this list. Kale is also very low in calories, has lots of Vitamin C, K, and A, as well as fiber.

5. Milk- 1 cup of low-fat milk contains 299mg of Calcium. Milk is also high in Vitamin D, so it can help strengthen your bones too if consumed daily. Horlicks's protein plus contains high Calcium.

6. Soybeans- 1 cup of boiled soybeans contains 175mg of Calcium. Soybeans are also high in protein and fiber, so it's a great addition to your diet if you can get over the fact that it is derived from soy.

7. Turnip Greens- Another green on this list that contains lots of Vitamin C, A, and K; turnip greens are also good for the liver and gallbladder. They also contain lots of folates which can help prevent osteoporosis, among other things.

8. Spirulina-A Sea vegetable that contains 174mg of Calcium per 100g serving size; spirulina is another addition to your diet that you can get Calcium from. Spirulina is also high in protein, vitamins, and minerals, which makes it a great addition to your diet if you can get over the fact that it tastes like seaweed.

We hope you enjoyed this informative post and found some new information on calcium rich foods and about how to get more of your daily recommended amount!

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