Calcium
Recommended Daily intake (RDI) 1,000-1,200mg
Currently accepted functions and benefits
- Aids in the clotting of blood
- Regulates heartbeat
- Helps build and maintain teeth and bones
- Helps to reduce the risk of osteoporosis
- It may help to reduce the risk of colon cancer
Potential benefits under investigation
- It may help to increase calcium levels in people afflicted with gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn's Disease and Celiac Disease.
- It may help to reduce blood pressure
- It may reduce the risk of developing Osteoporosis in post-menopausal women who do not take hormone replacements
- It may reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome(PMS)
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