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Because I'm lactose intolerant, I could never drink cow's milk. We were raised to believe that dairy is the most efficient source of calcium.

However, there are plenty of non-dairy and vegetable-based sources of calcium, including:

• soy products, e.g. tofu, soy milk
• nuts and seeds
• beans
• broccoli and greens
• canned salmon
• oranges and orange juice
• grains
• seaweed and a host of Asian foods

Source: British Columbia Health Files

I've tried to take a calcium supplement regularly, along with a basketful of other supplements (B-whatever, C, E, you name it!); but, my brother-in-law, a pharmacist, recommended taking a multi-vitamin specifically engineered for women over 50. Admittedly, I have to remember to take my multivitamin; but, I still like the chocolate-flavored calcium supplement that makes taking my vitamins and minerals more fun, haha!