The Top 10 Plant-Based Sources of Calcium

I spoke to The Beet about some of the best ways to get calcium from plant-based foods:

Sure, cow’s milk is an easy way to get calcium—you can get around 30 percent of your daily recommended intake from a single glass—but it’s not the only way. “With careful planning, attention and [possibly] supplementation, you can absolutely meet your calcium needs on a strict vegan or vegetarian diet,” says Brooklyn-based dietitian Maya Feller, RD, who recommends a simple daily multivitamin for that supplementation. “You can actually meet your needs if you have a balanced diet that is close to the dietary guidelines.”