Where can you get the calcium you need without dairy?

Honestly, giving up milk and dairy products was not an easy thing.  I imagine it must be even less when it is out of one’s own conviction and not because of being intolerant. The question everyone asks is where do I get the calcium my body needs? There are many foods and options out there, dairy is not the only one that has calcium. This is a short list of recommendations in case you feel uneasy about where to get the calcium you need: Canned Sardines It’s not something that’s mentioned very often, but sardines have lots and lots of calcium. With a can of sardines, in addition to calcium, you will also be eating vitamin D, B12 and omega 3. Sesame In a smaller serving than you think, you can get up to 25% of the daily recommendation you need. Its seeds are very nutritious and also contain phosphorus, magnesium and manganese. Green leafy vegetables. Chard, spinach or watercress are very rich in calcium. If you want to make the most of their nutrients and properties, it is better to eat them raw or steamed. Nuts Although it is true that almost all of them provide a sufficient amount of calcium, almonds are the number one option. Milk derivatives Soy milk or almond milk also provides calcium to our body, although less than milk itself. Mineralized water What many people do not know is that one liter of mineralized water already provides the calcium necessary for an adult. The rest of the water we need, that is natural water without mineralization 🙂 So now you know, with these tips you won’t have to worry about calcium again.