Best Calcium-Rich Foods

Calcium is crucial for strong bones and teeth, muscle function, and nerve signaling. These foods provide the most calcium per serving.

Filter criteria: Foods with 100mg or more calcium per 100g. Showing 50 foods. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calcium Rich Foods (50)

1
Low-Sodium Baking Powder Condiments & Sauces
5 cal | 0g protein | 2.3g carbs | 0g fat
2
Basil Spices & Seasonings
4.7 cal | 0.5g protein | 1g carbs | 0.1g fat
3
Tofu-Frozen (Koyadofu) With Calcium Sulfate Proteins
79.9 cal | 8.9g protein | 1.4g carbs | 5.2g fat
4
Marjoram Spices & Seasonings
2 cal | 0.1g protein | 0.4g carbs | 0g fat
5
Thyme Spices & Seasonings
2.8 cal | 0.1g protein | 0.6g carbs | 0.1g fat
6
Dill Weed Spices & Seasonings
3 cal | 0.2g protein | 0.6g carbs | 0g fat
7
Ascent Casein Protein Chocolate Proteins
343 cal | 68.6g protein | 8.6g carbs | 1.4g fat
8
Ground Sage Spices & Seasonings
2 cal | 0.1g protein | 0.4g carbs | 0.1g fat
9
Sisymbrium Sp. Seeds Seeds Proteins
89 cal | 3.4g protein | 16.3g carbs | 1.3g fat
10
Smelt (Alaska Native) Proteins
386 cal | 56.2g protein | 0g carbs | 17.9g fat
11
Oregano Spices & Seasonings
2.7 cal | 0.1g protein | 0.7g carbs | 0g fat
12
American Cheese Singles Dairy
92.9 cal | 4.7g protein | 2.5g carbs | 7.2g fat
13
Cocoa Mix Beverages Proteins
53.9 cal | 3.8g protein | 8.7g carbs | 0.5g fat
14
Poppy Seed Nuts & Seeds
15.8 cal | 0.5g protein | 0.8g carbs | 1.2g fat
15
Dried Rosemary Spices & Seasonings
4 cal | 0.1g protein | 0.8g carbs | 0.2g fat
16
Parmesan Dairy
116 cal | 10.6g protein | 1g carbs | 7.6g fat
17
Milk Based Protein Supplement Proteins
198 cal | 25g protein | 11g carbs | 6g fat
18
Fennel Seed Spices & Seasonings
7 cal | 0.3g protein | 1g carbs | 0.3g fat
19
Mexican Cheese Proteins
79 cal | 6.9g protein | 1g carbs | 5.4g fat
20
Tarragon Spices & Seasonings
5.9 cal | 0.5g protein | 1g carbs | 0.1g fat
21
Grated Parmesan Dairy
74.2 cal | 5.6g protein | 0.4g carbs | 5.6g fat
22
Pecorino Romano Dairy
549.5 cal | 45.2g protein | 5.2g carbs | 38.3g fat
23
Kraft American Cheese Singles Dairy
237 cal | 21.1g protein | 10.5g carbs | 13.2g fat
24
American Cheese Dairy
77 cal | 3.8g protein | 1g carbs | 6.4g fat
25
Pasteurized Process Cheese Proteins
413.6 cal | 20.5g protein | 5.4g carbs | 34.7g fat
26
UNILEVER Beverages Proteins
112.6 cal | 7.2g protein | 13g carbs | 3.5g fat
27
Gruyère Dairy
62 cal | 4.5g protein | 0.1g carbs | 4.9g fat
28
Cinnamon Spices & Seasonings
7.4 cal | 0.1g protein | 2.4g carbs | 0g fat
29
Comte Dairy
120.1 cal | 7g protein | 0g carbs | 10g fat
30
Sesame Seeds Seeds Proteins
158.2 cal | 4.7g protein | 7.2g carbs | 13.4g fat
31
Isopure Zero Carb Chocolate Proteins
344 cal | 82g protein | 0g carbs | 1.6g fat
32
Sesame Seeds Nuts & Seeds
52 cal | 1.6g protein | 2.1g carbs | 4.5g fat
33
Sesame Seeds Nuts & Seeds
52 cal | 1.6g protein | 2.1g carbs | 4.5g fat
34
Fried With Calcium Sulfate Tofu Proteins
35.1 cal | 2.4g protein | 1.2g carbs | 2.6g fat
35
Sesame Butter Seeds Proteins
93.8 cal | 2.9g protein | 3.8g carbs | 8.1g fat
36
Cumin Spices & Seasonings
8 cal | 0.4g protein | 0.9g carbs | 0.5g fat
37
Powdered Milk Dairy
158.7 cal | 8.4g protein | 12.3g carbs | 8.5g fat
38
Chocolate Powder Beverages Proteins
38.5 cal | 1g protein | 7.5g carbs | 0.5g fat
39
OVALTINE Beverages Beverages
78.1 cal | 0g protein | 19.5g carbs | 0g fat
40
Rich Chocolate Beverages Beverages
40.9 cal | 0g protein | 10.2g carbs | 0g fat
41
Swiss Cheese Dairy
110 cal | 7.6g protein | 0.4g carbs | 8.7g fat
42
Parmesan Cheese Proteins
117.6 cal | 8g protein | 3.9g carbs | 7.8g fat
43
Muscle Milk Chocolate Protein Powder Proteins
400 cal | 45.7g protein | 28.6g carbs | 12.9g fat
44
Quaker Instant Oatmeal Grains & Cereals
400 cal | 12.5g protein | 65g carbs | 8.8g fat
45
Bay Leaf Spices & Seasonings
6.3 cal | 0.2g protein | 1.5g carbs | 0.2g fat
46
Cotija Cheese Dairy
18.3 cal | 1g protein | 0.2g carbs | 1.5g fat
47
Fat Free Parmesan Cheese Topping Proteins
18.5 cal | 2g protein | 2g carbs | 0.3g fat
48
Sweet Whey Proteins
28.2 cal | 1g protein | 6g carbs | 0.1g fat
49
Agave (Southwest) Proteins
341 cal | 1.7g protein | 82g carbs | 0.7g fat
50
Provolone Dairy
98 cal | 7.2g protein | 0.6g carbs | 7.4g fat

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods are highest in calcium?

The best calcium sources include dairy products (cheese, yogurt, milk), canned sardines with bones, fortified plant milks, tofu (calcium-set), almonds, and dark leafy greens like kale.

How much calcium do I need per day?

The recommended daily value is 1,300mg for adults. Teens and older adults may need more. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium efficiently.

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