NOF's Updated Recommendations for Calcium and Vitamin D Intake
On July 26, 2007 the National Osteoporosis Foundation released its
updated recommendations for calcium and vitamin D intake. The recommendations
were the consensus among leading experts based on substantial
research findings.
Calcium
According to the NOF recommendations, adults under age 50 need 1,000
mg of calcium daily, and adults age 50 and over need 1,200
mg of calcium daily
Vitamin D
According to the NOF recommendations, adults under age
50 need 400 to 800 IU of vitamin D3 daily, and adults age
50 and older need 800-1000 IU of vitamin D3 daily. Vitamin D3 (called
cholecalciferol) is form of vitamin D that is most bioavailable for use
by the body to support strong bones.
For more information, click on:
http://www.nof.org/prevention/calcium.htm
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