Calcium
General Information:

Helps reduce blood pressure - during pregnancy this helps to protect against preeclampsia.

Taken with Vitamin D which helps to absorb calcium, will fortify bones and teeth.

Since calcium binds with oxalate (which forms kidney stones) there should be adequate calcium in the diet so the oxalate doesn't go unbound where it can enter the kidneys and form stones.

It is essential for women to get enough calcium during and after menopause when the body is more susceptible to osteoporosis.

Calcium is a natural tranquilizer.

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Requirements are 500 to 1000 mg per day. The larger dose should be taken in the evening.

CONDITIONS associated with calcium deficiency:

Alcohol Abuse
Anxiety
Hypertension
Kidney Stones
Menopause
Impotence
Pain
Pregnancy
Insomnia
Stroke
Vertigo
Taste Loss
Asthma and Allergies
Anemia
Prostate disorders

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