The study also suggests that individuals who have the highest amount of stored fat will also show the lowest amount of calcium stored in the body. Conversely, popular diets that promise a quick weight loss are often very low in dairy products, the foods containing the highest amounts of calcium. These popular fad diets also affects the ability of the body to absorb calcium which can lead to bone loss and osteoporosis. Women who control their calories each day can be at risk for a number of deficiencies because they miss vital vitamins and minerals necessary for overall health.
Foods that are high in calcium include milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, baked beans, dried figs, broccoli and most dark leafy vegetables. The research funded by the American Dairy Association did not include vegetable sources of calcium in their study.