In combination with a calcium-rich diet, your bones need regular physical activity to maintain their strength. Exercise helps the body store calcium in the bones, so that the calcium you get from your diet is used more efficiently. Activities you do on your feet, like brisk walking, skating, dancing, hiking and low impact aerobics are ideal. Walk to the store instead of driving. Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Every bit counts.
Write the number of servings you ate for each food marked. Total the number of servings and multiply by the milligrams of calcium per serving. Enter the amount in the totals column. Add the amounts in this column and compare your calcium intake to your calcium need. Milkshake 10 oz. . . . .