Calcium Supplements

As previously stated, Calcium is one of the most important minerals required for maintaining good health. That's why it's important to ensure daily appropriate calcium intake as per RDA. In addition, taking just any calcium supplement is not enough. It`s important to look at the proportion of elemental calcium present and the type of Calcium. Certain types of Calcium are more readily absorbed by the body than others. The two types of Calcium we discuss are Calcium Carbonate and Calcium Citrate supplements. See below for the pros and cons of both:

Calcium Carbonate Supplements: (Find more like this)

• Contains approximately 40% elemental Calcium
• Requires less tablets to get the required daily amount
• Not as easily absorbed by the body as Calcium Citrate
• Beware of low quality tablets, with very poor absoption

Calcium Citrate Supplements: (Find more Like This)

• Contains approximately 24% elemental Calcium
• Higher absorption than Calcium Carbonate
• Requires taking more tablets

A new form of Calcium that's getting a lot of attention recently is coral calcium. Coral calcium is mainly composed of Calcium Carbonate, but is said to be more readily absorbed by the human body than most forms of Calcium Carbonate.

Supplements with Calcium And...

Calcium although very important, can be far more effective as a supplement when combined with other essential nutrients. Calcium supplements often come with Vitamin D, Glucosamine and many others ingredients. Vitamin D3 is said to improve calcium absorption by 30-80% according to The Osteoporosis Society of Canada. Look for supplements that combine Vitamin D3 and Calcium. .

Who should takeCalcium Supplements ?

Calcium Supplements should not be taken by people with Kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, hyperparathyroidism before consulting with a physician. People with Prostate Cancer should also avoid taking Calcium supplements. Keep in mind that Vitamin D is needed for Calcium absorbtion, and people with Vitamin D defficiency may also suffer from Calcium defficiency.