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Calcium

What is the daily requirement for Calcium? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Calcium varies by age and gender, but generally, adult men require 1000 mg/d and adult women require 1000 mg/d daily.

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Why do you need Calcium? Getting enough Calcium is essential because it naturally builds and maintains strong bones and teeth..

Calcium at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Builds and maintains strong bones and teeth.
  • Classification: Mineral
  • Measurement Unit: mg/d

Type: Mineral

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 1300 mg/d
14–18 years 1300 mg/d
19–30 years 1000 mg/d
31–50 years 1000 mg/d
50+ years 1000 mg/d

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 1300 mg/d
14–18 years 1300 mg/d
19–30 years 1000 mg/d
31–50 years 1000 mg/d
50+ years 1200 mg/d
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