07/12/2024
To stay strong and keep going, you may want to look for ways to get more calcium and vitamin D.
Calcium strengthens your bones, while vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium from food. That means healthier muscles—and immune system boosting, too. How do you know if you’re getting enough? We can help.
According to the National Institutes of Health (1):
1. Senior women need 1200 mg of calcium daily
2. Senior men need 1000 mg of calcium daily
3. Seniors need 15-20 mcg of vitamin D daily
Talk to your doctor about how much calcium your body needs—and learn more about the importance of vitamins at https://huma.na/45Wd401
Source
1. "Calcium and Vitamin D: Important for Bone Health," National Institutes of Health, May 2023, accessed May 17, 2024 https://huma.na/460xaGr