India, March 28 -- Calcium deficiency is more common than many realise, often creeping up silently and showing up as weakened bones, reduced bone density - especially after the age of 30 - and frequent aches or muscle pain. While supplements are often seen as the go-to fix, the solution may be far simpler and more sustainable. Getting enough calcium through everyday foods, along with the right supporting nutrients, can go a long way in maintaining bone strength and overall musculoskeletal health.

Dr Manan Vora, a Mumbai-based orthopaedic surgeon, health educator, and co-founder of NutriByte Wellness, is drawing attention to three everyday foods rich in calcium that can support bone strength and muscle health. In an Instagram video shared...