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Get Enough Calcium
The Basics
Women age 19-50 need at least 1,000 mg of calcium every day. Younger women and women over 50 need even more calcium.
The Benefits
Your body needs calcium to build strong bones.
Take Action!
Protect your bones - get plenty of calcium every day.
If you already take a calcium pill, make it easy to remember. Put a note on your bathroom mirror where you will see it each day.
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Use this
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to find out if you are getting enough calcium.
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