Fruits provide the body with calcium

Scientists advise eating an amount of 1,000 milligrams of calcium daily, as it is beneficial for the body, especially for the bones. But calcium is not only found in dairy products, we can get it by eating several fruits as well.

 

Calcium is an important component of the human body, and 99 percent of it is found in the human body in the bones, so parents always advise their children to drink milk to get strong bones. But calcium is not only important for bones, but it is also needed for muscles and nerves to function properly, according to "Men's Health".

 

v Why does the human body need calcium?

 

When the level of calcium in the human body is low, the body compensates for this deficiency by withdrawing the calcium "stores" in the bones, which exposes them to weakness and fragility. To prevent this from happening, the German Dietetic Association (DGE) recommends consuming the equivalent of a thousand milligrams of calcium per day, according to "Men's Health".

 

Not only does calcium affect the bones, it also contributes to the transmission of signals between nerve cells. Muscles and the heart muscle also need it to function properly, and it also helps the body in the production of hormones. Every cell in the body needs adequate amounts of calcium to perform its functions, according to "Healthline".

 

v What are the signs of calcium deficiency?

 

Calcium is not produced by the body, so it must be obtained from food sources. Some people may neglect and do not consume sufficient amounts of calcium, and in this case the signs of a deficiency in the body appear, according to the "Men's Health" website in the form of muscle cramps or spasms, tooth decay, bleeding gums, and the speed of bone breakage in addition to the appearance of blue spots on the body and it bleeds easily in case Injuries occur.

 

Many turn to nutritional supplements, which is possible if a person does not get enough calcium through food. But in this case, caution must be exercised, as excessive intake of these supplements may cause health problems such as constipation and a sense of bloating, and the risk of developing kidney stones increases, according to "Healthline".

 

v What fruit contains calcium?

 

 Dairy products are known to be high in calcium, but they are not the only source of it. Many fruits and vegetables contain it as well, which is good for vegetarians or those with allergies to dairy products.

 

Among the fruits that contain calcium, mentioned by the "Men's Health" website, are kiwi fruits and oranges, which are also rich in vitamin C, and can be eaten or drunk their juices. Berries of all kinds contain calcium, and they can be eaten alone or added to salads.

 

It also contains dried fruits such as dates, plums, peaches and apricots, and raisins also contain it. Healthline recommends taking calcium with adequate amounts of vitamin D, because the body needs it in order to be able to absorb calcium. Sunlight is the best source of vitamin D, along with some nutritional supplements.