Vegetarian Dietary Guidelines - Calcium

Ovo-lacto vegetarians have calcium intakes that are comparable to those of nonvegetarians. But calcium intakes of vegans are generally lower than those of lacto-ovo-vegetarians, although vegans may have lower calcium needs than nonvegetarians because diets that are low in total protein and more alkaline have been shown to 'use-up' less calcium. Fortunately, calcium is well absorbed from many plant foods, and vegan diets can provide adequate calcium PROVIDED the diet regularly includes foods rich in calcium.