Calcium Explained

Calcium is the primary mineral responsible for strong bones and bone well-being. It helps maintain the health of other vital systems, including the heart, muscles and nerves. Calcium is a component of enzymes involved in blood clotting, plays a role in proper muscle contraction, and contributes to a health nervous system.

Minerals can be classified into two categories; major and trace.
Calcium is a major mineral essential for proper nutrition every day. Of the two to three pounds of Calcium contained in the average body, 99% is located in the bones and teeth. The body cannot produce Calcium, so a balanced diet, regular exercise, healthy lifeshyle choices and adequate intake of Calcium, Vitamin D and Magnisium can play a role in maintaining bone health.

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The Benefits Of Dietary Supplements

Medical studies have proven the following health benefits of dietary supplements

• vitamin C improves longevity, shortens the length of the common cold and flu, combats pneumonia and reduces inflammation of the liver in cases of hepatitis.
• beta-carotene is associated with 40-50% fewer heart attacks.
• vitamin B3 (niacin) and vitamin B6 prevent heart disease
• vitamin E helps prevent heart disease and strengthens the immune system
• zinc improves hearing loss as well as other ear problems and healing of surgical wounds
• bioflavonoids increases vitamin C activity in treating herpes
• coenzyme Q10 helps to improve heart function
• vitamin B1 & magnesium are needed to ensure the health of the nervous system, especially in alcoholic drinkers
• folic acid is needed by pregnant women to prevent certain birth defects
• calcium & vitamin D are required by women who have or are experiencing symptoms of menopause
• people exposed t air pollution need more selenium, vitamin E & vitamin C