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Newsletter: Healthline – Nutrition Edition
Article/Post Subject: “You don’t need dairy to meet calcium requirements“
Date: November 25, 2025
Author: Sarah Matysiak, Associate Editor

Summary of article/post: The newsletter highlighted how 68% of people worldwide have lactose malabsorption, which makes digesting dairy difficult. Arissa Oukrop, a registered dietitian, shared several nondairy ways to get enough calcium, including plant-based milks, fortified juices, leafy greens, canned salmon, nuts, seeds, tofu, and white beans. She also noted that calcium absorbs best when eaten in small amounts throughout the day and that vitamin D is necessary for proper absorption.

This relates to my health beat because it highlights nutrition and dietary needs — especially for people who can’t or don’t eat dairy. It connects to broader health issues like access to nutrient-rich foods, healthy eating habits for young adults, and understanding how to fill nutritional gaps.