CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D 

Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake are important to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
Vitamin D is essential in the formation and maintenance of bones and teeth by regulating the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus.

Goal

Daily calcium intake be at least 1000 mg in premenopausal women and men
1500 mg in postmenopausal women who do not take estrogen
800 International Units (IU) of vitamin D each day
Milk is the primary dietary source of dietary vitamin D, containing approximately 100 IU per cup.


Sources

Exposure to Sunlight

Fortified milk and margarine

Eggs

Butter