Calcium Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) depends on age and sex (US Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025). Excessive intake may have adverse effects.
Use our free
Key Nutrients RDA Calculator
app to calculate your RDA — see
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/key-nutrients-rda-calculator/id6478463996
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