Calcium and Bones … for life!
Our bones serve as “banks” where calcium can be deposited and withdrawn as needed. In order to keep our bones strong, we must consume an adequate supply of calcium every day.
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How much calcium do we need? | |
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Males and Females – Age |
Calcium – milligrams (mg) per day |
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0-6 months |
210 |
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7-12 months |
270 |
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1-3 years |
500 |
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4-8 years |
800 |
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9-18 years |
1300 |
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19-50 years |
1000 |
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51-70 years |
1200 |
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70+ years |
1200 |
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When Pregnant | |
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Less than 18 years |
1300 |
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18-50 years |
1000 |
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When Breastfeeding (Lactating) | |
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Less than 18 years |
1300 |
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18-50 years |
1000 |
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NOTE: More is not better—The daily calcium intake for people 1 year of age and older should not exceed the recommended upper limit of 2500 mg/day. | |