Calcium for Special Diets

Calcium in Vegetarian and Vegan Diets

Vegetarians who avoid all animal products (vegans), as well as people with milk allergies, are considered at risk for calcium deficiency. Meeting calcium requirements is a concern for everyone, but this is especially true for those vegetarians who do not consume dairy products.

Citracal products that contain vitamin D are not suitable for those who do not consume animal products because the vitamin D is suspended in a gelatin matrix for stability.