Calcium is a key nutrient for building and maintaining strong, healthy bones. The following table will help you determine the amount of calcium in common foods.

Your daily calcium requirement varies depending upon your age.

Age	Calcium Recommendations (mg)/day
11-12	1,200-1,500
Pre-menopausal	1,000
Pregnant or breastfeeding	1,200-1,500
Post-menopausal	1,500 if not on estrogen
Post-menopausal	1,000 if on estrogen
Over age 65	1,500
Established osteoporosis	1,500