NIHSeniorHealth: Falls and Older Adults

About Falls Causes and Risk Factors Preventing Falls and Fractures If You Fall Frequently Asked Questions MedlinePlus for More Information Printer friendly version		Falls and Older Adults Frequently Asked Questions 10. How much calcium and vitamin D do I need to keep my bones strong? Click to enlarge image People over age 50 should consume 1,200 mg of calcium daily by eating calcium-rich foods and taking calcium supplements. People ages 51 to 70 should consume at least 400 international units (IU) of vitamin D daily. People over age 70 should consume at least 600 IU daily.

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Last reviewed: 16 October 2006 First published: 16 October 2006 National Institute on Aging, U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Contact us, Accessibility, Copyright, Privacy