Calcium in your diet
I’ve heard about osteoporosis and the need for calcium in your diet. Should I worry about this?
answer:
Worry may not be the right word, but you should definitely meet the recommended daily amount of calcium. Your bones actually take in the most calcium during your teen years and early 20s. Calcium is most prevalent in foods like milk, cheese and yogurt. It’s recommended that female teens choose four or more servings per day from the dairy group. If you’re not getting enough calcium in your diet, taking a calcium supplement will satisfy the requirement. (Be sure to take calcium supplements at night.)