calciumrich

Calciumrich is a descriptive term used to indicate that a food, beverage, or supplement provides a relatively high amount of calcium in a typical serving. It is not a standardized scientific category, but it is commonly used in nutrition labeling, dietary planning, and marketing to help consumers identify calcium sources.

Calcium is a mineral essential for bone and teeth formation, muscle function, nerve signaling, and other physiological processes. Achieving adequate calcium intake is a common goal for people of various ages, with higher targets during growth, pregnancy, and older age to support bone health.

Typical calcium-rich foods include dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese; fortified plant milks and juices; canned fish with edible bones; and certain greens such as kale and collards. Fortified tofu, sesame seeds and tahini, almonds, and beans also contribute meaningful amounts. It is important to note that some greens and grains contain compounds—such as oxalates and phytates—that can reduce calcium absorption, while vitamin D promotes it.

Calcium content is usually expressed in milligrams per serving and as a percentage of daily value on nutrition labels. Dietary planning often aims for about 1,000 mg per day for many adults, with higher targets for some groups. People who rely on non-dairy sources may need fortified foods or supplements to meet needs, while excessive supplementation can carry risks such as kidney stone formation or interactions with other minerals.