Article title: Now Foods Calcium Citrate 100% Pure Powder 227gr

Now Foods Calcium Citrate 100% Pure Powder 227gr

Now Foods Calcium Citrate 100% Pure Powder 227gr. Teeth and bones contain about 99% of the total calcium in our body. The remaining 1% is contained in the nerves, muscles and blood. In fact, calcium is so vital to the body's survival that when not taken in large amounts from food, the body begins to break down bones to meet its functional needs. Calcium is important for blood clotting, muscle contraction, and the transmission of signals from nerve cells. It plays a key role in the functioning of the heart, nerves and muscles, and in maintaining a healthy skeleton, especially during the menopausal stage. It is absorbed by the body through the small intestine in a process controlled by two main factors: a) the amount of vitamin D available for the whole process, and b) the level of calcium in the body. Calcium citrate Now Foods Calcium Citrate 100% Pure Powder is an excellent calcium supplement with enhanced solubility, without unnecessary ingredients. Unlike calcium carbonate, calcium citrate has no effect on gastric acid and does not slow down digestion.