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

 

Understanding Calcium Supplements

Co-Factors for Proper Utilization

Bone Health 101 Booklet

References

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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

 

 

 

 

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, .

 

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 (.

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

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Bone Health 101 Booklet

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

Educational booklet by Dr. Cathy Carlson-Rink.

 

 

 

 

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(: 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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