LOVE your BONES HOW TO GET ENOUGH CALCIUM

In a world where various diet trends — going low carb, drinking collagen smoothies, intermittently fasting — are vying for our attention, calcium is not exactly having its moment in the spotlight right now. Which is cause for concern since it’s an essential nutrient, and most of us aren’t getting enough of it.

The role of calcium

Calcium is well-known as being vital for maintaining strong bones, but it’s also necessary for healthy blood clotting and muscle contraction, plus normal heart rhythm and nerve function. And if you don’t include enough calcium-rich foods in your diet, your body