TABLE 2

Calcium content in commonly eaten calcium-rich and fortified foods

Type of foodServing sizeCalcium content (mg)
Dairy products
Low-fat cottage cheese1 cup138
Cheddar cheese1 oz201
3.25% whole milk1 cup276
2% reduced fat milk1 cup295
1% low-fat milk1 cup305
Plain low-fat yogurt6 oz311
Nondairy milk substitutes
Soy milk1 cup301
Almond milk1 cup516
Fruits and vegetables
Spinach, raw1 cup30
Broccoli, cooked1 cup62
Kale, cooked1 cup94
Chard, cooked1 cup102
Spinach, cooked1 cup245
Collard greens, cooked1 cup268
Calcium-fortified orange juice8 oz348
Legumes
Navy beans1 cup123
White beans1 cup191
Fish
Canned salmon3 oz241
  • Based on information from the US Department of Agriculture, reference 42.