07/09/2018
Calcium is one of the essential nutrients, vital for many bodily functions and for strong bones and teeth. “
Here are some basic facts you need to know about calcium.
Q. What is calcium?
A. Calcium is a mineral. Our bodies contain more calcium than any other mineral. As much as 99 percent of the calcium in our bodies is stored in our teeth and bones, although it is also present in our blood, muscle, and the fluid between body cells.
Q. What does calcium do?
A. Calcium is essential for building and maintaining our bones.. Calcium is also necessary for the contraction and expansion of muscles and blood vessels, the secretion of hormones and enzymes, and nerve impulse transmission throughout the nervous system. We need a constant amount of calcium. Not getting enough calcium increases your risk of osteoporosis, hypertension and colon cancer.”
Q. How much calcium do I need?
A. Your daily calcium requirement depends on your age and a variety of other factors. For example, teens need more calcium than adults; older adults, particularly post-menopausal women, need extra calcium to prevent osteoporosis because the lower levels of estrogen that accompany menopause decrease bone mass.
Q. How can I get the calcium I need?
A. The best way to get calcium is by eating foods that contain high amounts of the mineral. Many foods such as dairy products contain high amounts of calcium. Calcium is also often added to foods such as juices. Top calcium-rich choices include:
Dairy products such as cheese, milk, and yogurt
Green, leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale
Because we often do not get enough calcium from our diet, it becomes necessary to take a good calcium supplement. When choosing a calcium supplement, make sure it contains Vitamin D, this improves the absorption of Calcium.
At Nett Pharmacy, we stock a wide range of high quality calcium supplements. Talk to any of our pharmacist about the right one for you.
