Goal-Based Food Ranking

Foods high in calcium

This guide presents common foods ranked by calcium from highest concentration to lowest concentration for general dietary patterns across all common food categories. The selections highlight qualifying whole foods evaluated on verified nutrient values per serving weight. Each food in this reference collection comes from primary dietary databases to support balanced meal planning. Readers can compare these everyday items to meet personal nutritional targets while maintaining a varied diet. The entries focus on familiar grocery staples suitable for home preparation across diverse cooking styles. Review the table below to explore detailed nutritional amounts and incorporate these nutrient sources into your routine.

Ranking Rule

Ranked by calcium per 100 g, from highest concentration to lowest concentration, for all common food categories, selecting the top 10 qualifying foods.

Foods high in calcium
Rank	Food	Value (per 100 g)	Per serving
1	Spices, oregano, dried	1597 mg	16 mg (1 tsp, leaves)
2	Cheese, parmesan, hard	1184 mg	335.7 mg (1 oz)
3	Spices, parsley, dried	1140 mg	5.7 mg (1 tsp)
4	Spices, cinnamon, ground	1002 mg	26.1 mg (1 tsp)
5	Cheese, mozzarella, nonfat	961 mg	1085.9 mg (1 cup, shredded)
6	Spices, cumin seed	931 mg	19.6 mg (1 tsp, whole)
7	Cheese, swiss	890 mg	1174.8 mg (1 cup, diced)
8	Spices, bay leaf	834 mg	5 mg (1 tsp, crumbled)
9	Cheese, provolone	756 mg	997.9 mg (1 cup, diced)
10	Spices, coriander seed	709 mg	12.8 mg (1 tsp)