Now that I live a paleo lifestyle, one of the first questions While everyone thinks dairy is the main source of calcium, it can also be found in a wide variety of other foods (probably in more than you think).
The FDA recommends a daily calcium intake of 1,000 mg - 1,200 mg depending on your age and physical status. Below are some paleo friendly examples of foods that are good sources of calcium.
Check out how easy it is to get your calcium by incorporating these foods into your daily diet.
The FDA recommends a daily calcium intake of 1,000 mg - 1,200 mg depending on your age and physical status. Below are some paleo friendly examples of foods that are good sources of calcium.
Check out how easy it is to get your calcium by incorporating these foods into your daily diet.
Sesame Seeds1 oz. of sesame seeds has about 280 mg. of calcium. Throw them on top of a salad or eat them in some paleo granola. | Celery3 stalks of celery can have up to 60 mg of calcium. Throw in some almond butter and you have a healthy, calcium-filled snack. |
Oranges1 large orange can have up to 75 mg of calcium, so peel those fellows and eat up! | Raw Almonds1 cup of raw almonds can have up to 378 mg of calcium. |
Sardines, Salmon & HaddockJust 3 oz. of these types of fish can have between 200 mg-370 mg. of calcium. | Blackstrap MolassesJust 1 Tbsp. of blackstrap molasses has 130 mg of calcium. |
What are your favorite calcium-rich foods? Tell us in the comments below!
Note: This article is for informational purposes only, and you should seek out the advice of a medical professional for your specific dietary needs.
Note: This article is for informational purposes only, and you should seek out the advice of a medical professional for your specific dietary needs.