Visitor Questions

The calcium content of tofu will vary depending on its method of preparation. If you are looking for tofu with a higher calcium content, look for products that specifically say “calcium-precipitated” on the label or that include calcium sulfate in their ingredient list. This method of tofu manufacturing uses calcium to help coagulate the soy milk, which is why a higher level of calcium is listed in the Nutrition Facts. You’ll also sometimes find the word “gypsum” being used to describe tofu coagulants, and this word refers to calcium sulfate as well.

As background, there could be some variation in the percent daily value (DV) that you see on the food label and the one you see on our nutrient ratings. We would encourage you to read the following website about the nutrient content of the foods and recipes on our website in comparison to those found on the food Nutrient Fact Panels to help clarify some of the confusion.

See also Our Food and Recipe Rating System.