Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and essential for formation of strong bones and teeth. Adequate calcium and vitamin D as part of a healthy diet, along with physical activity, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis in later life. Calcium is also required for blood clotting, muscle contraction (including the heartbeat) and […]
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and essential for formation of strong bones and teeth. Adequate calcium and vitamin D as part of a healthy diet, along with physical activity, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis in later life. Calcium is also required for blood clotting, muscle contraction (including the heartbeat) and nerve impulses.* In 2007, the World Cancer Research Fund/American Institute for Cancer Research published a review which concluded that calcium probably has a protective effect against colorectal cancer.15
