THE DOC AND CHEF SHOW EP. 16: PLANTS HAVE CALCIUM? // SUPPORTING SCIENCE AND THE RECIPE

WHAT FOODS ARE HIGH IN CALCIUM?

Dietary sources of calcium are varied and can cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions. Here are some common sources:

1. Dairy Products: This is the most well-known group. It includes milk, cheese, yogurt, and kefir. Dairy products are among the richest sources of calcium.

2. Leafy Green Vegetables: Certain vegetables, especially dark, leafy greens like collard greens, turnip greens, kale, and bok choy, have significant calcium content. Spinach also contains calcium, but it's less available for absorption due to its high oxalate content.

3. Fortified Foods: Many foods are fortified with calcium, including plant-based milk alternatives (such as almond, soy, and rice milk), some cereals, orange juice, and tofu made with calcium sulfate.

4. Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and tahini (sesame seed paste) contain calcium.

5. Legumes: Beans, particularly white beans, chickpeas, and black-eyed peas, have notable amounts of calcium. Lentils also contain some calcium.

6. Dried Fruits: Some dried fruits like figs and apricots contain calcium.

7. Certain Grains: Amaranth and quinoa are grains that provide some calcium.

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