Monday, 9 December 2013

IMPORTANCE & TOP FOOD SOURCES OF CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D

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WHY DO YOU NEED CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D?

Calcium is one of the minerals that you need to be healthy. Calcium is very important to ensure strong, healthy bones and teeth. It also helps muscles and nerves to work properly. Vitamin D helps you to absorb and use calcium. Both calcium and vitamin D may have other health benefits, but more research is needed.
To keep bones strong, your body is constantly breaking down old bone cells and growing new ones, the same way it sheds and replaces skin cells. To fuel bone growth, keep bone density strong, and prevent osteoporosis, you need a good supply of calcium from dairy products and other foods. 
But you also need enough vitamin D. Without it, you could drink milk all day and the calcium in it wouldn't do you much good. Vitamin D is key in absorbing calcium from the food you eat -- calcium that would otherwise get sent out of the body as waste.
Along with weight-bearing exercise, calcium and vitamin D go together for good bone density -- and good health in general.

HOW MUCH CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D DO YOU NEED?

Recommended Calcium Intake1
Age (Male and Female unless otherwise indicated)
0-6 months 200 mg/day
7-12 months 260 mg/day
1-3 years 700 mg/day
4-8 years 1000 mg/day
9-18 years 1300 mg/day
19-50 years (female) 1000 mg/day
19-70 years (male) 1000 mg/day
Over 50 years (female) 1200 mg/day
Over 70 years (male) 1200 mg/day

Recommended Vitamin D Intake1
Age (Male and Female)
0-1 year 400 IU/day
1-70 years 600 IU/day
Over 70 years 800 IU/day

1 People with osteoporosis may need more calcium and vitamin D. Check with your doctor.

WHAT FOODS CONTAIN VITAMIN D?

There are only a few food sources of vitamin D. Good sources of vitamin D are fortified foods and beverages such as milk, soy drinks, orange juice and margarine. Check the labels on these foods. Fish, liver, and egg yolk are the only foods that naturally contain vitamin D.
You may find it difficult to get enough vitamin D from foods, so you may want to consider taking a vitamin D supplement. Most multiple vitamin supplements contain vitamin D. Breastfed babies under 1 year of age need 400 IU of vitamin D from a supplement each day. People over 50 years of age need extra vitamin D, and they should take a supplement with 400 IU each day.

FOOD SOURCES OF VITAMIN D

Food Serving Vitamin D (IU)
Milk 1 cup 103
Fortified rice or soy beverage 1 cup 88
Fortified orange juice 1/2 cup 53
Fortified margarine 2 tsp 51
Egg yolk 1 25
Herring, cooked 75 g 162
Trout, cooked 75 g 210
Mackerel, cooked 75 g 81
Salmon, Atlantic, cooked 75 g 246
Salmon, chum, canned 75 g 168
Salmon, pink, canned 75 g 435
Salmon, sockeye, canned 75 g 585
Sardines, Atlantic, canned 75 g 70
Sardines, Pacific, canned 75 g 360
Tuna, canned, light or white 75 g 44
Tuna, yellowfin (albacore, ahi), cooked 75 g 105
Tuna, skipjack, cooked 75 g 381
Tuna, bluefin, cooked 75 g 690
#1: Cod Liver Oil
Cod liver oil has been a popular supplement for many years and naturally contains very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D. Cod liver oil provides 10001IU (1667% DV) per 100 gram serving, or 1360IU (340% DV) in a single tablespoon.

#2: Fish
Various types of fish are high in vitamin D. Typically raw fish contains more vitamin D than cooked, and fatty cuts will contain more than lean cuts. Further, fish canned in oil will have more vitamin D than those canned in water. Raw fish is typically eaten in the form of sushi. Raw Atlantic Herring provides the most vitamin D with 1628IU (271% DV) per 100 gram serving, 2996IU (499% DV) per fillet, and 456IU (76% DV) per ounce. It is followed by Pickled Herring with 680IU (113% DV) per 100g serving, Canned Salmon (127% DV), Raw Mackerel (60% DV), Oil Packed Sardines (45% DV), Canned Mackerel (42% DV), and oil packed Tuna (39% DV).
#3: Fortified Cereals
A breakfast staple in the Americas, most commercial cereals are fortified with the essential vitamins and nutrients. Exercise caution and check food labels when purchasing cereals, be sure to pick products that have little or no refined sugars, and no partially hydrogenated oils! Fortified cereals can provide up to 342IU (57% DV) per 100 gram serving (~2 cups), and even more if combined with fortified dairy products or fortified soy milk. Products vary widely so be sure to check the nutrition label before buying.
#4: Oysters
In addition to vitamin D, Oysters are a great source of vitamin b12, zinc, iron, manganese, selenium, and copper. Oysters are also high in cholesterol and should be eaten in moderation by people at risk of heart disease or stroke. Raw wild caught Eastern Oysters provide 320IU (80% DV) per 100 gram serving, 269IU (67% DV) in six medium oysters.
#5: Caviar (Black and Red)
Caviar is a common ingredient in sushi and more affordable than people think. Caviar provides 232IU (58% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 37.1IU (9% DV) per teaspoon.


#6: Fortified Soy Products (Tofu and Soy Milk)
Fortified soy products are often fortified with both vitamin D and calcium. Fortified Tofu can provide up to 157IU (39% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 44IU (11% DV) per ounce. Fortified Soy Milk can provide up to 49IU (12% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, 119IU (30% DV) per cup. Amounts of vitamin D vary widely between products, so be sure to check nutrition facts for vitamin D content.
#7: Salami, Ham, and Sausages
Salami, Ham, and Sausages are a good source of vitamin b12, and copper. Unfortunately, they are also high in cholesterol and sodium, and so should be limited by people at risk of hypertension, heart attack, and stroke. Salami provides 62.0IU (16% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 16.7IU (4% DV) per ounce (3 slices). It is followed by Bologna Pork 56IU (9% DV) per 100 grams, and Bratwurst 44IU (7% DV) per 100 gram serving.
#8: Fortified Dairy Products
Dairy products are already high in calcium, so it makes sense to fortify them with vitamin D. Milk can provide up to 52.0IU (13% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, 127IU (32% DV) per cup. Cheese can provide up to 6.6IU (2% DV) in a cubic inch, and butter provides 7.8IU (2% DV) in a single tablespoon. Check nutrition labels for exact amounts.
#9: Eggs
In addition to vitamin D, eggs are a good source of vitamin B12, and protein. Eggs provide 37.0IU (9% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 17.0IU (4% DV) in a large fried egg.


#10: Mushrooms
More than just a high vitamin D food, mushrooms also provide Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) and copper. Lightly cooked white button mushrooms provide the most vitamin D with 27.0IU (7% DV) per 100 gram serving, or 7.6IU (2% DV) per ounce.


Read more at http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/high-vitamin-D-foods.php#SmlVLRxZdA5hPHuD.99

 WHAT FOODS CONTAIN CALCIUM?


RWhat foods contain calcium?
Breastfeeding is the best way to meet your baby's calcium needs. Infant formula provides calcium for babies who can not be breastfed.
Milk, yogurt and cheese are very high in calcium. Other good sources include calcium enriched orange juice, rice beverages, and soy beverages. For more information, see Food Sources of Calcium below.
  More than just a high vitamin D food, mushrooms also provide Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) and copper. Lightly cooked white button mushrooms provide the most vitamin D with 27.0IU (7% DV) per 100 gram serving, or 7.6IU (2% DV) per ounce.


Read more at http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/high-vitamin-D-foods.php#SmlVLRxZdA5hPHuD.99
#1: Cod Liver Oil
Cod liver oil has been a popular supplement for many years and naturally contains very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D. Cod liver oil provides 10001IU (1667% DV) per 100 gram serving, or 1360IU (340% DV) in a single tablespoon.

#2: Fish
Various types of fish are high in vitamin D. Typically raw fish contains more vitamin D than cooked, and fatty cuts will contain more than lean cuts. Further, fish canned in oil will have more vitamin D than those canned in water. Raw fish is typically eaten in the form of sushi. Raw Atlantic Herring provides the most vitamin D with 1628IU (271% DV) per 100 gram serving, 2996IU (499% DV) per fillet, and 456IU (76% DV) per ounce. It is followed by Pickled Herring with 680IU (113% DV) per 100g serving, Canned Salmon (127% DV), Raw Mackerel (60% DV), Oil Packed Sardines (45% DV), Canned Mackerel (42% DV), and oil packed Tuna (39% DV).
#3: Fortified Cereals
A breakfast staple in the Americas, most commercial cereals are fortified with the essential vitamins and nutrients. Exercise caution and check food labels when purchasing cereals, be sure to pick products that have little or no refined sugars, and no partially hydrogenated oils! Fortified cereals can provide up to 342IU (57% DV) per 100 gram serving (~2 cups), and even more if combined with fortified dairy products or fortified soy milk. Products vary widely so be sure to check the nutrition label before buying.
#4: Oysters
In addition to vitamin D, Oysters are a great source of vitamin b12, zinc, iron, manganese, selenium, and copper. Oysters are also high in cholesterol and should be eaten in moderation by people at risk of heart disease or stroke. Raw wild caught Eastern Oysters provide 320IU (80% DV) per 100 gram serving, 269IU (67% DV) in six medium oysters.
#5: Caviar (Black and Red)
Caviar is a common ingredient in sushi and more affordable than people think. Caviar provides 232IU (58% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 37.1IU (9% DV) per teaspoon.


#6: Fortified Soy Products (Tofu and Soy Milk)
Fortified soy products are often fortified with both vitamin D and calcium. Fortified Tofu can provide up to 157IU (39% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 44IU (11% DV) per ounce. Fortified Soy Milk can provide up to 49IU (12% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, 119IU (30% DV) per cup. Amounts of vitamin D vary widely between products, so be sure to check nutrition facts for vitamin D content.
#7: Salami, Ham, and Sausages
Salami, Ham, and Sausages are a good source of vitamin b12, and copper. Unfortunately, they are also high in cholesterol and sodium, and so should be limited by people at risk of hypertension, heart attack, and stroke. Salami provides 62.0IU (16% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 16.7IU (4% DV) per ounce (3 slices). It is followed by Bologna Pork 56IU (9% DV) per 100 grams, and Bratwurst 44IU (7% DV) per 100 gram serving.
#8: Fortified Dairy Products
Dairy products are already high in calcium, so it makes sense to fortify them with vitamin D. Milk can provide up to 52.0IU (13% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, 127IU (32% DV) per cup. Cheese can provide up to 6.6IU (2% DV) in a cubic inch, and butter provides 7.8IU (2% DV) in a single tablespoon. Check nutrition labels for exact amounts.
#9: Eggs
In addition to vitamin D, eggs are a good source of vitamin B12, and protein. Eggs provide 37.0IU (9% DV) of vitamin D per 100 gram serving, or 17.0IU (4% DV) in a large fried egg.


#10: Mushrooms
More than just a high vitamin D food, mushrooms also provide Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) and copper. Lightly cooked white button mushrooms provide the most vitamin D with 27.0IU (7% DV) per 100 gram serving, or 7.6IU (2% DV) per ounce.


Read more at http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/high-vitamin-D-foods.php#SmlVLRxZdA5hPHuD.9Breastfeeding is the best way to meet your baby's calcium needs. Infant formula provides calcium for babies who can not be breastfed.

WHAT IF YOU DON'T EAT DAIRY PRODUCTS?
  Every day, choose a variety of foods containing calcium and see the list below. Plan your food choices carefully. If you find it difficult to get the recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D from foods, a combination of food sources and supplements is recommended.

FOOD SOURCES OF CALCIUM

Conversion Table
1 cup = 250 mL
3/4 cup = 175 mL
1/2 cup = 125 mL
1/4 cup = 60 mL

Dairy Foods Serving calcium (mg)
Milk, whole, 2%, 1% skim
1 cup
291-324
Milk, evaporated
1/2 cup
367
Buttermilk
1 cup
300-370
Kefir
1 cup
267
Cheese, hard
50 g
370 (average)*
Processed cheese spread
4 Tbsp
348
Cheese, processed slices
50 g
276
Cottage cheese, 1 or 2%
1 cup
156
Cottage cheese, <0.1%
1 cup
51
Pudding or custard made with milk
1/2 cup
150
Yogurt, plain
3/4 cup
290 (average)*
Yogurt, fruit bottom
3/4 cup
233 (average)*
Frozen yogurt, soft serve
1/2 cup
110
Ice cream
1/2 cup
97
*calcium content varies, check label

Beans and Bean Products Serving calcium (mg)
Tofu, medium firm or firm, made with calcium sulphate
150 g
347
Tofu, firm or extra firm, made with calcium sulphate and magnesium chloride
150 g
234
White beans
3/4 cup
119
Navy beans
3/4 cup
93
Black turtle beans
3/4 cup
75
Pinto beans, chickpeas
3/4 cup
58
Nuts and Seeds Serving calcium (mg)
Tahini (sesame seed butter)
2 Tbsp
130
Almonds, dry roast
1/4 cup
93
Almond butter
2 Tbsp
88
Sesame seed kernels, dried
1/4 cup
50
Meats, Fish, and Poultry Serving calcium (mg)
Sardines, Atlantic, canned with bones
75 g
286
Sardines, Pacific, canned with bones
75 g
180
Salmon, canned with bones
75 g
208
Grains Serving calcium (mg)
Bannock
1 med (37g)
84
Oats, instant, regular, no sugar added
1 pouch
82
Non Dairy Drinks Serving calcium (mg)
Fortified rice or soy beverage
1 cup
319**
Orange juice fortified with calcium and vitamin D
1/2 cup
185
Regular soy beverage
1 cup
98
**added calcium sometimes settles at the bottom of the container; shake well before drinking

Vegetables (all measures for cooked vegetables) Serving calcium (mg)
Turnip greens
1/2 cup
104
Chinese cabbage/bok choy
1/2 cup
84
Okra
1/2 cup
65
Mustard greens
1/2 cup
55
Kale
1/2 cup
49
Chinese broccoli/gai lan
1/2 cup
46
Broccoli
1/2 cup
33
Fruit
Serving
calcium (mg)
Orange
1 med
52
Other Serving calcium (mg)
Blackstrap molasses
1 Tbsp
179
Asian Foods Serving calcium (mg)
Dried fish, smelt
35 g
560
Daylily flower
100g
301
Tempeh, cooked
100g
96
Fat choy (black moss), dried
10g
88-122
Soy bean curd slab, semisoft
100 g
308
Soybean milk film, stick shape
100g
77
Seaweed, Wakame, raw
1/2 cup
63
Seaweed, dry (agar)
1/2 cup
50 

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