8 foods to increase calcium in body

Poppy seeds and sesame seeds are excellent sources of calcium, protein, and healthy fats, with poppy seeds providing 10% of the daily value (DV) and sesame seeds 7%.

Seeds

Parmesan cheese provides 19% of the daily value for calcium, while Brie offers 4%. Dairy consumption may lower heart disease risk despite high saturated fat and calorie content.

Cheese

Yogurt is a high-quality calcium source, providing up to 34% of the daily value (DV) in 1 cup, along with protein and other essential nutrients.

Yogurt

Sardines and canned salmon are highly nutritious, providing 27% of the Daily Value (DV) for calcium in a can and 19% in 3 grams.

Sardines and canned salmon

Wing beans, a type of beans, are highly nutritious, providing 19% of the Daily Value (DV) for calcium, compared to other varieties offering 3-12%.

Beans and lentils

Almonds are a rich source of essential nutrients like healthy fats, protein, and magnesium, with one ounce providing 6% of the Daily Value (DV) for calcium.

Almonds

Leafy greens like collard greens are high in calcium, providing 21% of the daily value (DV) in cooked cups, but certain oxalates can decrease calcium absorption.

Leafy greens

Rhubarb is a rich source of fiber, vitamin K, and other nutrients, and also contains calcium, although only a small amount is absorbed by the body.

Rhubarb 

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