Surprising sources of dietary calcium

If I were to ask what foods contained calcium, what would you answer? Milk? Other dairy products? Well, you’re not wrong, but did you know there are also many plant sources of calcium? Elastic Waist offers 5 ideas, including such calcium-rich foods as kale, white beans, almonds and bok choy. Check it out, then save these recipes to try for a calcium-rich dinner tonight:

• Rotelle with Black Beans and Tomatoes (contains kale and cheese)
• Fresh Almond-Herb Dip (contains almonds and yogurt)
• Salmon Cakes with Creamy Tomato-Garlic Sauce (contains canned salmon, another good source of calcium)

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