Recommended Daily Allowance of Calcium Calcium is one of the most important minerals found in the body. Ninety-nine percent of the body’s calcium is found in the bones and teeth and performs two important roles. It is an essential part of bone structure and serves as a storage bank should the levels of calcium in the blood drop. The remaining one- percent participates in many vital roles to sustain life. This small amount is critical to muscle contraction, including the heart; blood clotting, the transmission of nerve impulses, the secretion of certain hormones and the activation of some enzyme reactions. The National Institutes of Health Recommends the following daily calcium intakes: Age 1 - 10 11 - 24 25 - 50 51 - 64 65+ Pregnant/Lactating Women Daily Recommend, mg/day 800 - 1200 1200 - 1500 1000 1200 - 1500 1500 1200 - 1500 Tips on Taking Calcium: Take small doses. Because the body absorbs small amounts of calcium best, small doses of calcium throughout the day are more optimal than one large dose. Take with meals. Although some foods may interfere with calcium absorption, taking a supplement with meals is most convenient. Many older adults also have reduced stomach acid. Eating stimulates stomach acid, therefore enhancing calcium absorption. Add Vitamin D. Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption and helps to build strong bones and teeth.* Be sure to take a calcium supplement with added vitamin D. Take Xtra-Cal™ - Calcium Supplement Plus Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs Around the time you reach age 30, your body stops producing bone and may begin to lose it. To ward off bone loss, the best thing you can do is to make sure you get plenty of calcium now, with Xtra-Cal !* If you’re past 30, not to worry. It’s never too late to start increasing your calcium intake. Even for people in their 40s and 50s, increasing calcium levels can help you maintain the bone you have.* Xtra-Cal offers one of the most concentrated forms of calcium available in a tablet. It is also formulated with other vitamins and nutrients including magnesium and vitamin D that can promote healthy bones and skeletal health.* Three tablets supply 100 percent of the U.S. Percent Daily Value of calcium intake for men and women over 40. ADD FAVORITES BACK | TOP   Other AntiAging Articles and Tips: Getting older isn't what it used to be Vitamin Supplements Are Recommended for All Adults Different types of calcium Reduce Your Risks of Osteoporosis Tips on Improving Agility

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