Calcium
A multipurpose mineral that builds bone—and more. Getting your calcium in foods is better than supplements because dairy foods also contain other nutrients that aid absorption (food sources of magnesium, zinc, Vitamin D, phosphorus, protein, etc.) Supplements can interfere with absorption of zinc. Works best taken throughout the day because body needs steady supply to build bone and keep cells functioning properly.
Stress depletes body of calcium/magnesium—two natural sedatives. To sleep better (800 mg. Calcium/400 mg. Magnesium).
- Weight Loss
- PMS
- Osteoporosis
- Good teeth
- Healthy gums
- Transmission of nerve impulses
- Muscular growth and contraction (and prevention of muscle cramps)
- Blood Clotting
- High Blood Pressure (teens & adults can be at risk)
- Pregnancy—aids baby’s bone growth, protects infant from lead toxicity; protects against pre-eclampsia (#1 cause of maternal death)
- Kidney Stones—may decrease risk
- Cancer fighter
- Strokes—men w/no milk 2X as likely to have a stroke. Improved intake of other nutrients (not the calcium) may be reason why
- Provides energy, participates in protein structuring of RNQA and DNA
- Actives several enzymes, which break down fats for utilization by the body
- Maintains proper cell membrane permeability
- Aids neuromuscular activity
- Helps keep skin healthy
- Sound sleep—when taken at night, calcium promotes sound sleep
- In addition to calcium, milk also contains amino acid lysine, which is needed for calcium absorption.