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WHY DO WE NEED CALCIUM?

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and more than 99% of the body’s calcium is found in our bones.

Calcium plays a role in:

· Strengthening bones and teeth, in conjunction with phosphorus and vitamin D

· Muscle contraction and relaxation function

· Heart beat regulation

· Blood clotting

· Neurotransmission

· Enzyme function

 

KEY TIPS FOR MAINTAINING STRONG BONES

1. get walking! Regular weight bearing exercise is important for strengthening bones (Martial Arts is great for this)

2. Get sunshine in your life! Get out in the early morning or late afternoon sunshine for atleast 15 mins a day. Our body makes vitamin D from sunshine, and Vitamin D is essential to aid the absorption of calcium needed for strong bones.

3. Avoid smoking or excess alcohol because these deplete the body of Calcium and may leave you susceptible to problems with weakened bones.

 

REDUCE THE RISK OF OSTEOPOROSIS

Our bones act as a Calcium ‘reservoir’ for the many functions needed by the body.  However, when your diet does not supply the body with enough Calcium, it will be leached from the bones, and if this nutritional deficit is not corrected, it can lead to the increased risk of osteoporosis, which causes frail bones and increased fractures. Osteoporosis symptoms may not be obvious until the majority of bone loss has already occurred. Exercise and a healthy diet with adequate Calcium intake throughout life are important.