The importance of vitamin D for calcium utilisation in the body

 In January  I wrote about the benefits of combined calcium and vitamin D supplements for fracture prevention.  Many adults, particularly women, are interested in eating for bone strength and prevention of osteoporosis (or brittle bones).

Many people still assume that a higher calcium intake is key for osteoporosis prevention.  As you can see from the [...]

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Combined vitamin D and calcium supplements for fracture prevention

Vitamin D and calcium are important for bone health.  With regards supplementation with these nutrients to prevent fracture the research to date has often been conflicting and inconclusive.  However, very recent evidence published in the British Medical Journal (1) has found that supplementation with both of these nutrients together is effective in fracture prevention.

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Calcium supplements may help women who suffer from PMS

Specific figures vary but it has been estimated that anywhere between 80-95% of the western female population experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) to some level with up to about 35% seeking some kind of medical help.  Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, is the presence of physical and/or psychological symptoms 1-2 weeks prior to the start of [...]

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Does calcium play a role in cancer prevention?

On Monday I wrote about a potential link between low calcium intakes and overweight, especially in women.  Today I would like to write about a new piece of research (1) linking low intakes of calcium to an increased risk of cancer.

The study was the work of researchers from the National Cancer Institute in [...]

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Can calcium aid weight loss?

There is no sustainable way to quickly lose weight in a healthy manner and keep it off permanently.  Eating healthily and reducing processed and refined foods will help to ensure that our bodies get all the vital nutrients that they require for optimal wellness.  Often it is not recognised that overweight or obese individuals [...]

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Eating for bone strength

World Osteoporosis Day occurs on Monday October 20th and the National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) is running a UK-wide campaign ‘Love Your Bones’ which is intended to raise awareness about the importance of healthy bones.  The goal of the National Osteoporosis Society is to improve understanding of osteoporosis, what causes it and to promote the [...]

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