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Calcium is an essential mineral for bone structure and teeth and nervous system function and muscle. Knowing how much you need per day, which find food and prevent certain diseases and help us protect our health.

Calcium needs vary throughout life. It is generally recommended calcium intake following:
Calcium <-> Nutritional Needs
0-6 months <-> 210-600 mg daily
6-12 months <-> 270-600 mg daily
1-3 years <-> 500-800 mg daily
4-8 years <-> 800-1,200 mg daily
9-18 years <-> 1,300 mg per day
19-50 years <-> 1,000 mg daily
Over 50 years <-> 1200-1500 mg daily
Pregnant or lactating mothers: 1,200 mg daily in adults and 1,600 mg daily in adolescents.
Postmenopausal women who are not estrogen therapy: 1,500 mg daily.

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