Test Your Calcium I.Q.

You need calcium throughout your life, not just when you are young.

• True

• False

A diet low in calcium may increase your risk of osteoporosis, hypertension, and colon cancer.

• True

• False

If you are on a the go with little time to spare, taking a calcium supplement is the best way to meet your calcium needs.

• True

• False

If you consume a lot of calcium, you will get kidney stones.

• True

• False

If you are lactose intolerant, you should avoid all milk and milk products.

• True

• False

To reach your calcium, you need to consume.

• 1 to 2 servings from the dairy group.

• 3 servings from the dairy group

• 4 or more servings from the dairy group

Which has the most calcium per 1 cup serving?

• Whole milk

• 2 % milk

• 1% milk

• Skim milk

To get the same amount of calcium as in 1 cup of milk you need to consume:

• 1 1/2 ounces of cheese like cheddar or swiss

• 1 1/2 cup of cooked Kale

• 6 oranges

• 6 corn tortillas

• Any of the above

If you aren't getting enough calcium from your diet, your body will take what it needs from your:

• bones

• liver

• muscles

Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. You can meet your needs for Vitamin D by:

• Drinking vitamin D fortified milk

• Exposure to sunlight

• Both A and B