Calcium Articles

Calcium Articles:

Low Calcium Linked to Tooth Loss in Men

Calcium is required to help make collagen into hard structures like bones and teeth. An 11 year study followed 1602 adults ages 30 – 60 and found that low calcium intake was associated with fewer teeth in both men and women. A 511 patient subset of the data showed that men were especially vulnerable to the rate of tooth loss when their calcium levels were low (70% increased risk).

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Calcium Intake Boosts Weight Loss Efforts

Calcium as a weight loss nutrient is hotly debated, with some studies showing benefit and others not showing benefit. A new study helps place the argument in proper perspective and clearly shows that a higher intake of calcium is supportive of weight loss efforts.

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Research Says Take Supplements of Calcium, Vitamins D & K for Bones – Not Bisphosphonate Drugs

Researchers at University of Illinois reviewed 212 studies relating to nutrition and bone health and came to the conclusion that supplements of calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K, along with a good diet, should be the first line approach for anyone concerned about losing bone. And very unusually – in their press release they openly warned women against taking the commonly-used bisphosphonate bone drugs.

Read More: bisphosphonates, bone, bone drugs, Calcium, calcium with vitamin D, esophageal cancer, phossey jaw, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Vitamin D, Vitamin K

The Leptin Diet Weight Loss Challenge #1 – Overview and Basic Needs

Being overweight in America is a national epidemic. It affects citizens of all ages. If you are overweight, then losing weight in a healthy and consistent way is the best thing you can do to help improve your quality of health. It will also benefit almost any other health problem.

Read More: adiponectin, antioxidants, B Vitamins, calcium, Calcium, DHA, Fiber, leptin, Leptin Diet, magnesium, The Leptin Diet, weight loss, whey protein

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