Fruit can be a surprising source of calcium, a mineral that’s usually associated with milk and other dairy products. Calcium is famous for its role in keeping bones and teeth strong, but it has many ...

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You can get calcium from both plant and animal sources. These can include dairy products, sardines, seeds, and leafy greens, among others. Calcium makes up much of your bones and teeth and plays a ...

Medically reviewed by Maggie Moon, MS, RD Calcium may compete with other nutrients for absorption in the body, such as iron, zinc, and magnesium, which can reduce the absorption of each.Taking calcium ...