Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the recommended intake is 1000 mg a day for adults. Ninety-nine percent of the body's calcium is stored in bones and teeth for structural support. The NIH recommends getting the calcium you need from foods before turning to supplements, and while dairy products are the most obvious source of calcium, there are other foods that can provide your daily dose, according to the USDA.
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