So much talk about calcium supplements. Do they help do they help build strong bones or are they a waste of time. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. Several conflicting studies about calcium supplements have surfaced. Interestingly enough, the research that came out in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) stated that calcium supplements should not be recommended as part of a fracture prevention regimen. However, the International Osteoporosis Foundation has stated that low calcium is a problem, but they also take it a step further and mention vitamin D deficiencies. Vitamin D is necessary for the absorption of calcium. This is why you see milk and other dairy products with added vitamin D. So, if you ask me, calcium supplements alone may not solve the problem, but if you couple calcium with vitamin D supplements, not only are you going to feel better, your bones will be stronger. Stronger bones mean less chance of a fall or injury from a fall. For more unique tips on staying young and staying healthy visit Stay Young America.com that’s Stay Young America.com
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