Is milk equivalent to calcium? | In what foods is calcium found?

Many people believe that the body's calcium requirement can be met solely by drinking three glasses of milk per day and using dairy products.

The question raised here is why, despite having an adequate supply of milk and dairy products in both local dairy stores and supermarkets, and the presence of dairy products in people's daily consumption, many people specially women still suffer from calcium deficiency?

Why, despite consuming a lot of dairy products, do people still experience calcium deficiency?

1. To absorb calcium, milk should contain 4% to 7% fat for calcium to be well absorbed. Today's black and white cows have been genetically modified to produce a high volume of milk, but the fat content is low, while old-fashioned brown cows, produce less milk but have higher fat content.
2. Insufficient fat content in milk prevents the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as A, K, D, and E, as they require fat for proper absorption.
3. Consuming three cups of milk per day (equivalent to 1000 milligrams of calcium per day, with 900 milligrams excreted through feces and 100 milligrams through urine) leads to excessive calcium intake and disrupts the balance of calcium and phosphates. In this case, phosphates are excreted through urine. (The calcium-to-phosphate ratio should not exceed 1.3 to 2.) Using this amount of calcium (1000 milligrams per day) can lead to arthrosis because this amount of calcium is not absorbed.
4. Calcium is not absorbed in the body on its own. Calcium in the body is absorbable when it is accompanied by phosphates and vitamin D.
5. One way to absorb vitamin D is through direct sunlight exposure that makes contact with the skin. Many women tend not to take advantage of this natural source and often use sunscreen when they go outside.
6. Calcium is absorbable in an alkaline environment, and it's noteworthy that in an acidic environment, calcium is not absorbable. In an acidic environment, the body typically takes calcium from the bones for immediate use, which can lead to gradual bone demineralization over time.
7. Calcium is absorbable when a person engages in regular physical activity and exercise. Otherwise, calcium absorption may be compromised.
8. Calcium is absorbable when a person has a healthy digestive system. Having healthy intestines is crucial for the absorption of ingested calcium.
9. Milk contains a sugar called lactose, and its absorption in the body requires the enzyme lactase. In many adults, this enzyme is usually absent, and as a result, adults often experience digestive issues when consuming milk.
10. Adding chemical substances to milk to prevent spoilage is very harmful and can lead to serious health issues.

Yogurt

Yogurt is another dairy product (industrial) that is common in people's diets and has many harmful effects:

1. 25% of yogurt is lactic acid.
2. Lactic acid weakens brain neurons.
3. This substance makes the environment acidic and disrupts the absorption of calcium molecules.
4. Yogurt leads to constipation.
5. AS a result of constipation, a dangerous toxin called Ptomaine poison and toxic gases such as indole, skatole, phenol, and sulfur are produced in the intestine and reabsorbed into the bloodstream, disrupting the nervous system.
6. Yogurt, due to its lactic acid content, leads to excessive calcium absorption from the intestines and disrupts the balance of calcium in the blood. Excess calcium leads to deposits in various parts of the body including the heel ,(heel spur), Renal pelvis (kidney stones ) ,coccyx ( swollen tailbone) , and In various parts of the body, calcium deposits (calcium tumors) can form, and excess calcium deposits on the walls of coronary arteries lead to the development of coronary artery atherosclerosis.
7. The consumption of yogurt can lead to an increase in the enzyme LDH (lactate dehydrogenase) in the blood. (The presence of lactic acid in yogurt can cause an increase in this substance in the blood.)
8. Using yogurt for children is considered dangerous because it increases the hydrogen content in the brain. As a result, cerebral blood flow increases, leading to hyperactivity in children.

In general, the use of industrial dairy products can lead to various issues, including the following

1. The presence of a substance called aflatoxin in dairy products, which is highly dangerous (due to the use of moldy bread in animal feed, this substance can be transferred from bread to milk.) This substance weakens the body's immune system and poses a serious risk to humans.
2. Frequent consumption of dairy products can lead to an imbalance in brain chemistry and an increase in brain fluids.
3. Continuous consumption of dairy products causes drowsiness in individuals. These individuals become tired quickly and nervous, making it difficult to perform precise and rapid mental activities.
4. Frequent consumption of dairy products, especially yogurt, can lead to severe menstrual cramps in women, disrupt their menstrual cycles over time, and eventually result in secondary amenorrhea.
5. Regular consumption of dairy products, especially yogurt, can lead to weakness in the legs, causing them to weaken from the knees down. Overall, excessive dairy consumption can result in bone pain.
6. When the calcium concentration in body fluids exceeds the normal limit, the nervous system is weakened, and reflex activities of the central system slow down.
7. Regular consumption of yogurt and other dairy products increases the likelihood of creating acidic conditions in the body.
8. The consumption of dairy products exacerbates the condition of epilepsy.
9. The consumption of dairy products exacerbates autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. (The acidity of this substance prevents the absorption of calcium and phosphates.)
10. Excessive consumption of dairy products (1000 milligrams per day) can lead to ovarian cancer in women and prostate cancer in men!

Note:

Preservatives such as benzoates are added to dairy products (like yogurt) for preservation, but in an acidic environment, they can be converted into Benzoin, which is highly dangerous. Consuming yogurt with meals can disrupt the digestive juices.

Here are some alternatives to help with calcium absorption

1. The combination of one dried handmade curd + 2 walnuts + three dates provide a good mix of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D, which can help promote better calcium absorption. It's a nutritious and dairy-free option to enhance your calcium intake.
2. Kalehjoosh (after eating KalehJoosh, a traditional Persian curd and onion soup, have some dates.)
3. Daily consumption of 14 Almonds
4. Almond milk.
5. Basil Seeds
6. One-third of a cup of sesame seeds and a date for dinner (pregnant women should avoid sesame products).
7. Daily exercise is recommended.

External Sources

• Top 15 Calcium-Rich Foods (Many Are Nondairy)
• Health Concerns About Dairy

Have you tried any of the recommended alternatives to dairy products for calcium absorption? Share your results with us in the comments!