Question
What foods can children eat to supplement calcium?
Answer
Dairy products and milk are the best foods for children to supplement calcium. Tofu, soy milk, and other soy products are also good choices. Shellfish, seaweed, nori, seafood, fish bone powder, and other marine products are rich in calcium. At the same time, it’s important to avoid consuming calcium supplements with foods high in phytic acid, oxalate salts, carbonates, and phosphates, as this can interfere with calcium absorption. Additionally, avoid eating too much meat and eggs in each meal, as they contain more phosphates which can affect calcium absorption.