Calcium Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) depends on age and sex (US Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025). Excessive intake may have adverse effects.
Calcium is needed for:
Use FLMC's Calcium Counter & Tracker to avoid calcium deficiency (which is common if you are on a vegan, milk-free or weightloss diet or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding). Calcium deficiency results in:
- Weakened fracture-prone bones and teeth
- Impaired muscle function with muscle cramps and spasms
- Impaired heart function