How to get Calcium on Plant Based Diet?

I’m sure you’ve heard the myth that in order to have strong bones we need calcium. And that the calcium must come from dairy or animal sources.  

Well I’m here to tell you that is absolutely not true, in fact you can get calcium by eating a wide variety of fruits, seeds and vegetables on whole food plant-based diet. Calcium is not only good for your bones for also for your mental health. 

Calcium is an essential mineral in the body. It performs many functions, some of which include: nerve transmission and muscle contraction (including the heart), building and maintaining bones, and maintaining healthy blood pressure and blood clotting activity.

A deficiency in calcium or an inability to absorb it can be linked to numerous issues, such as osteoporosis, irregular heartbeat, and even insomnia. This is why it is so important that we not only strive to get adequate amounts of this mineral but that we choose sources that are readily absorbed by our bodies.

Its plays an important role, because higher levels of vitamins and minerals in plant-based foods result in more positive mental health in plant-based eaters – it’s been proven! 

Calcium is important for calming nerves and ensuring bone strength and health. It can lower your blood pressure, aid in healthy sleep cycles, treat anxiety, and keep hair, nails, and teeth in good health.