BONE HEALTH: CALCIUM AND CALCIUM CARBONATE
Calcium is an essential nutrient to bone health. Learn how calcium contributes to your bone health with our interactive tools, informative articles, and nutrient-rich recipes.
FEATURED ARTICLE
New research shows calcium supplements are safe in helping you to meet your nutritional needs when you aren't getting what you need via diet.
CALCIUM CARBONATE VS CALCIUM CITRATE
Not all calcium forms are the same. Calcium supplements are generally made from two sources of elemental calcium.
CALCIUM & VITAMIN D: SUPPORTING YOUR BONE HEALTH
You probably know that calcium is important to your bone health. But did you know that vitamin D plays a crucial role, too? In fact, not getting enough vitamin D may reduce the calcium absorbed from food alone.
THE SURGEON GENERAL’S REPORT ON BONE HEALTH
Bone Health and Osteoporosis:
A Report of the Surgeon General (PDF 1.5MB)
OSTEOPOROSIS: HELP REDUCE THE RISK
Find out how much calcium your body needs based on your age, gender, and other factors. Then calculate whether you’re getting enough from diet alone.
ARUGULA SALAD
Simple and nutritious, you can whip up this arugula salad recipe any time of year for bone-essential nutrients like calcium!
SALMON CAKES
With 181 mg of calcium per 3 ounces, this aslmon recipe is a great way to boost your calcium level.
KALE CHIPS
Cook up nutritious kale chips, packed with calcium and Vitamin A & K for a healthy alternative that even kids will love to eat.
CALTRATE FOR YOUR BONES AND BEYOND
When people think of Caltrate, they think of bone health. But did you know it does much more for your body? Learn about other benefits of calcium and vitamin D3 here.
CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP
This cheesy cauliflower soup won’t just keep you warm. Packed with calcium, it will also help you stay healthy.
THE STORY OF YOUR BONES: CALCIUM AT EVERY AGE
Calcium plays a key role throughout each stage of your life. Find out what your calcium needs are.
