Calcium and Magnesium
Protect Against Osteoporosis
Maintain Bone Mass and Reduce The Risk of Fractures
90 Tablets per Poteach providing 330mg of Calcium and
132mg of Magnesium
£5.95 per pot
V - Suitable for Vegetarians
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to ensure that it maintains calcium levels in the blood
Buying Your Calcium Online
Buying online is secure and the quickest way to obtain your Calcium & Magnesium. However if you prefer to order your Calcium by phone or by cheque please refer to the relevant information boxes on the right hand side.Delivery price remains the same from 2 tubs up to 10 tubs !
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Delivery Time
For orders placed online your Calcium and Magnesium will be posted within 48 hours of your order, often within 24 hours. Orders received late on Friday or over the weekend will be posted on the following Monday.Calcium: What is it ?
Calcium is well known as an important constituent of bone and teeth. Less well known are the important roles Calcium plays in a host of other bodily processes such as blood clotting and muscle contraction.Most of the calcium in your body is locked up in your bones and teeth. However a small amount is required in your blood for a host of vital bodily processed including the following.
- The calcium in your blood is vital for moving nutrients across cell membranes.
- Calcium is also used by the body in the manufacture of hormones and enzymes.
- Calcium is required for normal communication between nerve cells.
- Calcium is required for blood clotting.
- Calcium is necessary for the healing of wounds.
- Calcium is needed for muscle contraction.
Calcium: Main Benefits
Because calcium plays a role in so many vital bodily processes it is no suprise that when Calcium levels are low the body will "steal" Calcium from your Calcium store - your bones!Low calcium levels, leading to many withdrawals over a long period of time can cause sufficient loss for your bones to become porous and fragile - a condition known as osteoporosis. In order to prevent this you need adequate Calcium intake on a daily basis. This will supply your blood with enough calcium plus it will provide some extra calcium to be absorbed by your bones as a reserve supply.
It is vital to build a healthy bone mass before the age of 35 as this is the time when your body is best able to absorb calcium. However research has shown that people even over the age of 65 can maintain bone mass and reduce the risk of fractures by taking calcium supplements and eating calcium rich food.
magnesium which is itself a vital mineral for the body.
This is why our formula includes magnesium.
Calcium: Lesser-Known Benefits
Calcium and Magnesium can be effective in helping people with mild hypertension (high blood pressure). If your blood pressure reading is mildy high (140-159 systolic, 90-99 diastolic) then lifestyle changes such as increased gentle exercise, improved diet and a calcium and magnesium supplement may be all that is needed. However you must not change any medication regime without your doctor's approval.Diets rich in calcium may also help prevent colon cancer by limiting the irritating effects of the bile acids in the colon.
Calcium and Magnesium: Ingredients
| Active Ingredients per Tablet | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Quantity | RDA |
| Calcium | 330mg of Calcium from: Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, Calcium Gluconate | 40% |
| Magnesium | 132mg of Magnesium from: Magnesium Oxide, Magnesium Citrate Anhydrous, Magnesium Gluconate Granular | 44% |
| Inactive Ingredients | ||
| Bulking Agent: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Explotab, Coating: Spectrablend (E464, E463, E1520) Citric Acid Anhydrous, Antic-Caking Agent: Magnesium Stearate Coating: Titanium Dioxide (E171) | ||
V - Suitable for Vegetarians
Calcium and Magnesium: Recommended Usage
Two tablets per day with food or as directed by your health professional.
Suitable for vegetarians.
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