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Eating calcium-rich foods—such as kale, yogurt, and Chinese cabbage—may be a better way to protect your bones. Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis found that women who got most of their calcium from foods had denser, healthier bones than those who took calcium supplements, even though their total calcium intake was slightly lower. You can use the tools on Nutrition Data to track your daily nutrient intake and to find foods rich in calcium or other nutrients you may be missing. And for a physician's perspective on the new calcium research, see Steve Parker's post on the Nutrition Data Heart Health Blog.
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 |   Vitamin C improves iron absorption and helps protect your skin from sun damage. Your body can't store vitamin C, so be sure to replenish your supply frequently. For a list of foods high in vitamin C: Get the ND facts.
The Nutrient Balance Indicator™ is part of every food analysis on Nutrition Data. The colored wheel is a graphic representation of a food or recipe's nutritional balance and completeness, based on 23 essential nutrients. Find out more.
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