Calcium is a mineral nutrient which is in our bones and teeth. It is essential to keep our skeletal system healthy, for muscle contraction, nervous and cardiovascular systems, blood clotting and for our immune system. Women in particular need to maintain their calcium levels as they grow older, to maintain strong bone structure.
As it relatively difficult to absorb, calcium supplements often come mixed with other vitamins and/or minerals, which assist with absorption and increase potency. As calcium deficiency is fairly common it is one of the most prescribed mineral supplements.
- Dairy products, canned salmon (especially the bones) and kelp are the best natural sources of calcium, although it is also found in some nuts and seeds, green vegetables and wholegrains.
- You should know: People with prostate cancer, chronic kidney disease, or kidney stones should not take calcium supplements without first consulting a doctor.
- Did you know� Calcium is the most abundant mineral in our bodies. An average male has about 1.5kg of calcium in his bones and teeth.
Calcium
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Schuessler Tissue Salts Kidz Strong Bones and Teeth 100 tabs NZ $12.05 NZ $8.32
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Nutralife Super Calcium Complete, 120 tabs NZ $46.90 NZ $24.23
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Solgar Calcium Magnesium Citrate Tablets 100 NZ $39.90 NZ $43.02
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Go Calcium 1-a-Day Capsules 120 NZ $69.99 NZ $39.82
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Go Calcium 1-a-Day Capsules 60 NZ $41.99 NZ $23.88
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Sanderson Superior Total Calcium Tablets 120 NZ $52.10 NZ $20.54
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Sanderson Superior Total Calcium Tablets 60 NZ $30.00 NZ $11.82
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Lifestream Flax Super Blend Powder 200g NZ $63.90 NZ $39.11
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Nutralife Liquid Calcium plus Vitamin D3 Capsules 60 NZ $23.90 NZ $13.40
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Ethical Nutrients Megazorb Bone Builder With Vitamin D Powder 150g NZ $32.38 NZ $28.34
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Ethical Nutrients Megazorb Bone Builder With Vitamin D Tablets 60 NZ $36.53 NZ $26.34
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Lifestream Calcium Natural Powder 250g NZ $44.90 NZ $27.27
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Lifestream Calcium Natural Capsules 120 NZ $48.90 NZ $29.64
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Lifestream Natural Calcium Capsules 30 NZ $14.90 NZ $9.13
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Solgar Ultimate Bone Support Tablets 120 NZ $48.90 NZ $36.92
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Solgar Calcium Magnesium Boron Tablets 100 NZ $25.90 NZ $19.58