Calcium is extremely important for bones, teeth, muscles and nerves. 90% of calcium is present in our bones and teeth. When calicum deficiency occurs in the body it starts to extract calcium from our bones and teeth. Calcium rich foods help in supplying enough amount of calcium to the body to maintain its vital functions. Vitamin D provided by sunlight is essential for absorbtion of calcium.
Reasons for Calcium Deficiency
Diet not rich in Calcium
Body is unable to absorb calcium due to weak digestion
Excessive Masturburation
Excess consumption of Sugar, Tea and Coffee
Symptoms of Calcium Deficiency
Joint pains
Cracking sounds in bones
Weak bones
Teeth cavities
Tiredness
White spots on nails and face
Lack of sleep
Importance of Calcium
Maintains Bone Health
Prevents Blood clotting
Improves Cardiac Health
Helps in Muscle Contraction
Regulates Cholestrol Levels
Top Calcium Rich Foods
Limestone powder / Chuna
Consume pinch of it with curd before breakfast for 2 weeks to reduce calcium deficiency problems. Curd is rich in oils which helps in faster absorbtion of calcium.
Sesame Seeds
100 grams of sesame seeds have 975mg of calcium. Sesame seeds are rich in magnesium, manganese and zinc which strengthens bones. Til Gud Chikki made from sesame seeds and jaggery is the best sweet for calcium deficiency. Use sesame seed oil for cooking.
Kulthi Dal / Horse gram
100 grams of kulthi dal has 300mg of calcium. It is best food to get rid of kidney and gallbladder stones. Other dals that re rich in calcium are Rajma, Black Chana, Black Urad Dal, Green Moong Dal, Arhar Dal and Chana Dal.
Ragi / Finger Millet
100 grams of ragi has 330mg of calcium. Ragi is rich in potassium which keeps blood pressure normal. Ragi is rich in iron which increases haemoglobin levels. Include ragi in roti and breakfast items like idli and dosa. Ragi can be consumed with milk.
Rajgira / Amaranth / Ramdana
100 grams of rajgira has 340mg of calcium. Contains all 9 amino acids. Best for protein and iron content. It is gluten free. Make sweets out of it and enjoy the taste and benefits.