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Calcium – bone
strengthening goodness
LIVING WELL
Why?
People with coeliac disease have an increased need
for calcium compared to people who don’t have
coeliac disease. Ensuring you have a diet that is rich
in calcium is important to help keep your bones
healthy and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
How much?
It is recommended that calcium intake for people
with coeliac disease should be between 1000-1500
milligrams (mg) each day compared to 700mg for
the general population.
Don’t worry if you don’t reach the
recommended intake every day, it is
far better to think about how much
calcium you have over a number
of days. Eating a wide range of
foods that are good sources
of calcium will help you meet
your requirements.
What foods?
Very good sources of calcium that can provide you
with approximately 250mg of calcium include:
• a mug, glass or beaker of semi skimmed or skimmed
milk/enriched soya milk or rice milk (200ml)
• one small pot of yoghurt* (150g)
• one matchbox sized piece of cheddar cheese (30g)
• four small sardines, canned with bones (60g)
• ½ can of custard or rice pudding* (200g)
• two matchbox sized pieces of plain tofu (50g)
• a handful of dried figs (150g)
• small tin of kidney beans (200g).
3 or 4 of the above a day will put you well on your way
to the recommended daily amount.
*Please see your Food and Drink Directory for suitable products.
