Calcium is the building block of bone and teeth. While bone density is awake, it is important to consume a large amount of calcium contained in milk. Unfortunately, as we age, the ability to absorb calcium decreases. Therefore, you should familiarize yourself or your child to drink milk every day at an early age. Because the cause of osteoporosis is the lack of calcium at a young age.
Young people often do not need to think about eating dairy products that are regarded as a small child. Or because he believes that the bone can not grow, so they are reluctant to drink milk. In fact, in general, the bone has stopped growing at age 16-18 years, but this does not mean you no longer need to pay attention to bone health, because the function of bone is very important for the body.
Calcium is needed for each person is different, depending on weight and activity is executed. In pregnant and nursing mothers who need more calcium. The following table explains the amount of calcium is necessary for reasons of age.
Age calcium needs
Less than 1 Year 210-270 mg
1 year – 3 years 500 mg
4 years – 8 years 800 mg
9 years – 18 years 1300 mg
19 years – 50 years 1000 mg
more than 50 years 1200 mg
Calcium needs by age
Note: One cup of milk contains 500 mg of calcium.
