Getting Enough Calcium

Vegetarians and vegans have a significantly lower incidence of osteoporosis than meat eaters even though they generally consume less bone-supporting calcium. Those who eat meat-centered diets need to consume more calcium than those who eat plant-based diets because the excess acidity produced by animal foods requires more alkaline-forming calcium to buffer the bloodstream from this acid onslaught. It is not difficult for vegetarians to get enough calcium to meet their daily needs if they eat enough calcium-rich foods, such as leafy greens, broccoli, almonds, carrots, sesame seeds, etc.