This Book has all of the answers to the
nutrition questions that you were afraid to ask.CALCIUMThe averagewestern diet contains
slightly less than the recommended daily allowance ofCalcium, so some deficiency is quite common, especially among post-menopausalwomen. Calcium is the major constituent of bone and tooth material, so we needmore of it than any other mineral. The average human body contains more than 1kilo of calcium and about 1g a day is required to maintain that level. Dairyproducts like milk and hard cheese - especially the lower-fat varieties - aregood sources of calcium. Tinned sardines are also good.Functions of calciumBuilds and maintains bones and teeth. Regulates heart rhythm. Helps regulate the passage of nutrients in & out of the cell walls. Assists in normal blood clotting. Helps maintain proper nerve and muscle
Function. Lowers blood pressure. Is important to normal kidney function. May reduce the incidence of colon cancer Reduces blood cholesterol levels.Deficiency of calcium·Arm andleg muscles spasms·Softeningof bones·Back andleg cramps·Brittlebones·Rickets·Poorgrowth·Osteoporosis·Toothdecay·Depression Toxicityof calcium·Symptomsof calcium toxicity are rare.·Excesscalcium supplementation has been associated with some mineral imbalances suchas zinc.