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Out of the 60 minerals that researchers
have found in the human body there are 22
minerals essential to our health. The three
that scientists know most about are sodium,
iron, and calcium. This article will only
focus on calcium.
We all need an adequate amount of calcium,
which is the primary mineral needed for strong
and healthy bones, to prevent osteoporosis
later in life. It is especially important that
women take calcium to prevent osteoporosis,
which can occur after menopause. Osteoporosis
is especially prevalent among women, but 20%
of men also get the disease. Your bone density
starts to decline after the age of 30.
Osteoporosis develops when the breakdown
accelerates. Bones may seem as hard as a rock,
but they’re made up of living cells. These
cells are constantly being broken down and
being replaced by new ones. Osteoporosis
develops when the body quits replacing the old
cells.
Calcium is also essential for women to add to
their diet in order to maintain good muscle
tone, prevent muscle spasms, and relive pain
from menstrual cramps and PMS.
Researchers have discovered taking calcium and
magnesium together will help control mood
swings and premenstrual food cravings. The
magnesium is important, because it helps the
body to absorb the calcium better.
Good sources of calcium come from dairy
products, broccoli, greens, and kidney beans.
Children age l to 10 need 800mg of calcium per
day. Teens and adults need 800mg to 1200mg per
day. Getting your calcium from your food is
the best way but sometimes a calcium
supplement is needed.
Science has found that taking a liquid calcium
with Vitamin D has a higher absorption rate
(90-95%) than taking the calcium in a pill
form (45%). It is important that your calcium
supplement should include the following:
Phosphorus (chealate), L-Lysine, Manganese,
and amino acids are necessary for effective
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