Nutrients

Foods High in Calcium

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, vital for bone and teeth strength, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling. The recommended daily value is 1300mg.

Ranked by Calcium content per 100g. Source: USDA FoodData Central .

Low-Sodium Baking Powder

Condiments & Sauces

4332mg

333% DV

Basil

Spices & Seasonings

2240mg

172% DV

Tofu-Frozen (Koyadofu) With Calcium Sulfate

Proteins

2134mg

164% DV

Marjoram

Spices & Seasonings

1990mg

153% DV

Thyme

Spices & Seasonings

1890mg

145% DV

Dill Weed

Spices & Seasonings

1784mg

137% DV

Ascent Casein Protein Chocolate

Proteins

1666mg

128% DV

Ground Sage

Spices & Seasonings

1652mg

127% DV

Sisymbrium Sp. Seeds Seeds

Proteins

1633mg

126% DV

Smelt (Alaska Native)

Proteins

1600mg

123% DV

Oregano

Spices & Seasonings

1597mg

123% DV

American Cheese Singles

Dairy

1498mg

115% DV

Cocoa Mix Beverages

Proteins

1440mg

111% DV

Poppy Seed

Nuts & Seeds

1438mg

111% DV

Dried Rosemary

Spices & Seasonings

1280mg

98% DV

Parmesan

Dairy

1253mg

96% DV

Milk Based Protein Supplement

Proteins

1200mg

92% DV

Fennel Seed

Spices & Seasonings

1196mg

92% DV

Mexican Cheese

Proteins

1146mg

88% DV

Tarragon

Spices & Seasonings

1139mg

88% DV

Grated Parmesan

Dairy

1109mg

85% DV

Pecorino Romano

Dairy

1064mg

82% DV

Kraft American Cheese Singles

Dairy

1053mg

81% DV

American Cheese

Dairy

1045mg

80% DV

Pasteurized Process Cheese

Proteins

1045mg

80% DV

UNILEVER Beverages

Proteins

1039mg

80% DV

Gruyère

Dairy

1011mg

78% DV

Cinnamon

Spices & Seasonings

1002mg

77% DV

Comte

Dairy

993mg

76% DV

Sesame Seeds Seeds

Proteins

989mg

76% DV

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods are highest in Calcium?

The top foods highest in Calcium per 100g are: Low-Sodium Baking Powder (4332mg/100g), Basil (2240mg/100g), Tofu-Frozen (Koyadofu) With Calcium Sulfate (2134mg/100g). See the full ranked list above. Data source: USDA FoodData Central.

What is the recommended daily value for Calcium?

The recommended daily value (DV) for Calcium is 1300mg for adults, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Why is Calcium important?

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, vital for bone and teeth strength, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling. The recommended daily value is 1300mg.

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