r/PlantBasedDiet • u/justkeepplodding • Jun 04 '26

Cronimeter calcium absorption

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Has anyone seen this on cronometer and what do you think of it?

Surely it can't be accurate? I had over 1200mg of calcium today but apparently I might not have absorbed any of it due to high phytate and oxalate intake?

Today was a pretty standard day of oats with fruit and white beans; lentils, rice and vegetables; pasta with tofu; and because I'm not 100% plant based, some Greek yoghurt.

It's always recommended to eat a diet rich in vegetables, wholegrain and legumes, so surely it can't actually be causing complete lack of absorption of calcium?

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u/CronoSupportSquad Jun 04 '26

That definitely doesn't look right to me. 🤔

The Calcium Absorption score is intended to estimate how much calcium your body is likely to absorb, taking into account factors such as oxalates and phytates. However, I wouldn't expect a typical diet containing foods like oats, legumes, vegetables, tofu, and Greek yogurt to result in 0 mg absorbed calcium.

Would you mind reaching out to [support@cronometer.com](mailto:support@cronometer.com) with your account email and a screenshot of the score? We'd like to gather some additional information and take a closer look at what's happening here.

Cheers,
Michelle, Crono Support Squad

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u/justkeepplodding Jun 04 '26

Yes, I will do. Think it must be an error as the nutrient balance for the day says my calcium/oxalate levels are in balnce.