Liquid Calcium Found Superior for Bone Regeneration

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Floradix Calcium Magnesium with Zinc & Vitamin D

BECAUSE THERE'S MORE TO BONE HEALTH THAN JUST CALCIUM....

 

Introduction

 

Understanding Calcium Supplements

 

Co-Factors for Proper Utilization

 

What Sets Salus Calcium Magnesium Apart?

 

Bone Health 101 Booklet

References

Introduction

Both calcium and magnesium are critical for strong bones, however; the average

person's intake of these minerals is imbalanced. The ratio of calcium

consumption far outweighs that of magnesium consumption, which affects their

subsequent absorption and utilization and sets the stage for weak bones and

over-calcification of the body (2).

 

 

 

New studies are showing us that the best way to maintain the health of our bones

is not through increased calcium intake alone, but rather through the regular

use of a balanced calcium magnesium supplement that effectively addresses the

many complicated issues that prevent the adequate absorption and proper

utilization of calcium (6). One like Floradix Calcium Magnesium.

 

 

Understanding Calcium Supplements

Daily " Supplemental " Requirements

You should not try to fulfill your daily calcium requirements with a supplement.

Your diet will already provide you with a portion of the RDI, (based on dietary

calcium), and you should rely on a high quality supplement to provide the

remainder. This encourages a more beneficial ratio of calcium to magnesium

consumption. Dosage

Due to the high solubility of Floradix Calcium Magnesium, its dosage is able to

be much lower than most other supplements while still providing the same

utilizable amount of calcium, in many cases even more! This kind of solubility

is created through the form of the supplement (liquid) and the forms of calcium

(lactate and gluconate). Liquid vs. Solid

The average person's body will only dissolve 20% (4) of most solid supplements

and will eliminate the remaining 80% possibly causing constipation, gas and

bloating (6) A liquid solution does not need to be dissolved, so approximately

98% (4) of the elemental amount will be available for absorption. Rates of

Absorption

Calcium in supplements occurs in a compound form. The component that calcium is

bound to is called the compound or " form " of calcium and the calcium itself is

called " elemental " . The less soluble the compound is, (citrate is less than

lactate is less than gluconate) the more elemental calcium is available but the

lower the absorption rate. For example, the same amount of calcium gluconate

contains less elemental calcium than citrate, but is absorbed at a higher rate

because gluconic acid is more soluble than citric acid. Dietary calcium is

absorbed at an average rate of 10-30% and most calcium supplements are absorbed

at rates anywhere between 4% and 45% depending on the forms of calcium used.

Floradix Calcium Magnesium provides the highest rate of absorption possible with

a combination of calcium lactate and gluconate, which boast absorption rates of

45% and 50% respectively (7, 5).

 

Calcium Compounds

Of the four top selling calcium compounds on the market: Calcium Carbonate is

inorganic, insoluble in liquid, requires stomach acid and vitamin D for

absorption and its absorption rate plateaus after approximately 500mg (7, 8).

Calcium Citrate is organic and soluble but when taken in large enough quantities

in liquid to have a positive impact on your health, its taste is very bitter.

However, it is a good choice for use in a solid supplement. Calcium Lactate and

Gluconate are organic, have a pleasant taste and are both highly soluble in

liquid form. Most importantly, they do not rely only on " active transport "

sites, located at the beginning of the small intestine, for absorption. These

sites are vitamin D dependent and are limited as to the amount of calcium that

they can take in. Only a soluble calcium compound, such as calcium lactate or

gluconate, can also take advantage of the independent " passive diffusion " sites

in the more alkaline environment at the end of the small intestine. These sites

allow absorption regardless of stomach acid levels, age, gender, nutrition or

hormone status and are limited only by intestinal transit time (7). Highly

soluble throughout the entire digestive tract, these are extremely bioavailable

forms of calcium (8).

 

 

 

Co-Factors for Proper Utilization

 

Magnesium is a key factor for bone strength. Sufficient amounts are required to

ensure proper calcium utilization, thereby preventing calcium deposits in soft

tissue. A study by Dr. Abraham that used a 1.2:1 magnesium to calcium ratio,

along with co-factors, resulted in a significant 11% increase in bone mass

compared to only 0.7% in the control group (3). Floradix Calcium Magnesium uses

this higher ratio of magnesium to help properly utilize both supplemented and

dietary calcium and to address the increasing problem of over-calcification of

the body (6, 9). Vitamin D has been added to facilitate the adequate absorption

of calcium (including dietary sources) at the vitamin D dependant, active

transport sites. Zinc has been added to assist bone matrix synthesis (11).

Floradix Calcium Magnesium is a smart choice for any adult concerned with

improving or maintaining their bone health. Specially formulated to be effective

in all areas of calcium absorption and utilization, Floradix Calcium Magnesium

safely and effectively maintains bone health over a lifetime.

 

 

 

 

What Sets Salus Calcium Magnesium Apart?

 

• Higher Magnesium to Calcium Ratio: Facilitates bone strength and proper

calcium utilization to help prevent calcium deposits in soft tissue (6) Useable

Calcium Dosage: Satisfies daily supplemental calcium needs and is safe for

long-term supplementation • Highly Soluble Calcium Compounds: Bound to organic

acids that can be readily absorbed regardless of age, nutrition or hormone

status (7) • Easy-to-Digest Liquid Solution: Allows for more contact with

absorption sites & does not require dissolving, leaving approximately 98% (4) of

the elemental calcium available for absorption • Added Zinc and Vitamin D:

Essential co-factors in the maintenance of healthy bones and teeth • Great

Tasting Fruit Juice & Herb Base: pH balanced to assist the absorption of calcium

and added herbs, which contain minerals, stimulate digestion and reduce bloating

• No Harmful Additives: No lead, pesticide residues, preservatives or food

coloring–guaranteed.

 

 

 

Bone Health 101 Booklet

Bone Health 101 - An Everyday Guide to Strong Bones For a Lifetime.

Educational booklet by Dr. Cathy Carlson-Rink. Click Here.

 

 

 

References:

 

1. Peacock, M., Calcium Absorption Efficiency and Calcium Requirements in

Children and Adolescents. American Journal of Nutrition, 1991. 54: p. 261S-265S.

 

2. Gaby, Alan R., Every Woman's Essential Guide to Preventing and Reversing

Osteoporosis. Prima Health, 1990.

 

3. Abraham, G. E., and H. Grewal, A Total Dietary Program Emphasizing Magnesium

Instead of Calcium. Effect on Mineral Density of Calcaneous Bone in

Postmenopausal Women on Hormonal Therapy. Journal of Reproductive Medicine, 1990

35: 503-507.

 

4. The Physician's Desk Reference, p.1542.

 

5. Murray, M.T. Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements. 1996, Rocklin: Prima

Publishing.

 

6. Celotti, F. and A, Bignamini, (1999). Dietary Calcium and Mineral/Vitamin

Supplementation: A Controversial Problem. The Journal for International

Medicinal research 27: 1-14.

 

7. Pansu, D., et al., Solubility and Intestinal Transit Time Limit Calcium

Absorption in Rats. Journal of Nutrition, 1993. 123(8): p. 1396-404.

 

8. Camara-Martos, F. and M. Amaro-Lopez, Influence of Dietary Factors on Calcium

Bioavailability. Biological Trace Element Research, 2002. 89: p. 43-52.

 

9. Schaafsma, A., P.F.d. Vries, and W. Saris, Delay of Natural Bone Loss by

Higher Intakes of Specific Minerals and Vitamins. Critical Reviews in Food

Science and Nutrition, 2001. 41(3): p. 225-249.

 

10. Fairweather-Tait, S.J. and B. Teucher, Iron and Calcium Bioavailability of

Fortified Foods and Dietary Supplements. Nutrition Reviews, 2002. 60(12): p.

360-367.

 

11. Gur, A., et al., The role of trace minerals in the pathogenesis of

postmenopausal osteoporosis and a new effect of calcitonin. Journal of Bone and

Mineral Metabolism, 2002. 20: p. 39-43.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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