To meet calcium intake recommendations, how many 8-ounce glasses of milk per day are suggested for children aged 4 to 8 years?

• A. Four 8-ounce glasses
• B. Two 8-ounce glasses
• C. Three 8-ounce glasses
• D. Five 8-ounce glasses

Answer: (C)

Calcium intake for 4- to 8-year-olds is about 1000 mg per day. An 8-ounce glass of milk provides roughly 300 mg of calcium. Three glasses give about 900 mg from milk, which, when combined with other calcium-rich foods (like yogurt, cheese, or fortified products), tends to meet or come close to the 1000 mg target. That’s why three 8-ounce glasses are suggested. Drinking more (four or five glasses) would push intake from dairy alone beyond what’s typically needed, while two glasses may fall short if there aren’t enough other calcium sources.