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Linda G. Hsieh is a practicing registered dietitian with over six years experience in clinical practice. Focusing on prenatal and pediatric nutrition, she has worked as a nutrition educator for over nine years. Q: What should I do about calcium if I'm lactose-intolerant? A: Many people who are lactose-intolerant still can eat cheese, enjoy yogurt in small amounts, or drink lactose-reduced milk. If you can't tolerate even these foods, you must carefully plan your diet so it includes sufficient amounts of other calcium-rich foods to ensure strong bones for you and your developing baby. Or consider taking a calcium supplement that also contains the other nutrients supplied by milk, such as vitamin D. The following foods are comparable in calcium content to a glass of milk (i.e., approximately 300 mg): Broccoli (3 cups) Cooked spinach or mustard greens (1 1/2 cups) Cooked collard or dandelion greens (1 cup) Canned salmon with bones (5 ounces) Calcium-fortified orange juice (8 ounces) Cooked dried beans (3 cups) back

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