For Teens & Parents

Why you need to love calcium

By Cecile (Dietician)
May 21, 2026

Find out why calcium intake is so important.

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body.


What does Calcium do?

Calcium is used for building bones and teeth and maintaining bone strength. It also helps with metabolic functions. Adequate calcium is necessary in the diet to allow for optimal bone mass and density, before puberty and during adolescence. This period is when girls retain the greatest...

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