Question
My daughter is nine years old and although she doesn’t show any signs of calcium deficiency, I just want to ensure she stays healthy. She hasn’t had any related treatments. Should she take calcium supplements at this point?
Answer
Generally speaking, children at the age of nine are in a growth phase and may have some calcium deficiency. Therefore, supplementing with calcium is recommended. Foods rich in calcium include milk, eggs, pork bone soup, fish and shrimp, soybeans, spinach, celery, and chives. Moreover, adding vinegar to food helps convert it into more easily absorbable calcium acetate. It’s suggested to regularly enjoy dishes like vinegar braised pork ribs and sweet and sour fish.