The calcium in milk promotes the growth and maintenance of strong bones and teeth and helps prevent osteoporosis. In fact, about three-fourths of the calcium in the American diet comes from milk and milk products, according "Nutrition Now" by Judith E. Brown. However, for your body to absorb and use that calcium properly, your body needs additional nutrients.
Calcium
Your body contains 3 lbs. of calcium, and 99 percent of that calcium is located in the bones and teeth. Blood and other body fluids contain the remaining 1 percent. In addition to dairy products, you can obtain calcium from vegetables such as kale, broccoli and bok choy. You should only take calcium in doses no larger than 500 mg at a time. Adults ages 19 to 50 years need 1,000 mg daily. Adults ages 51 and older need 1,200 mg daily. Pregnant and breastfeeding women under age 19 need 1,300 mg daily, while those age 19 or older need 1,000 mg daily.
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