Dietary Sources
National Nutrition Surveys have shown that many Australians consume significantly less calcium than recommended to build and maintain healthy bones.
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The following table details the levels present in various food products.
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| Food Item |
Serve |
Calcium |
| Skim Milk |
250mL |
300mg |
| Almonds |
30g |
70mg |
| Bread (average) |
1 Thick slice |
40mg |
| Orange |
1 Med |
50mg |
| Breakfast Cereal (Special K) |
30g |
200mg |