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09/28/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Supplementing with whey protein, vitamin D, calcium may help the over 70 crowd maintain muscle mass and strength

Could supplementing with whey protein and a selection of vitamins and minerals be the key to staying healthy as you age? New research has shown that taking a daily dose of whey protein, calcium, creatine, vitamin D and fish oil can help bolster muscle mass and strength in senior citizens who are 70 years of […]

09/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Taking liquid calcium with red sage can build stronger bones

Preventing osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women, is possible with the help of this traditional Asian medicine, according to research. A study published in the BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed that taking red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza) extract with liquid calcium can make the bone stronger and prevent osteoporosis. Type 1 osteoporosis is most common in […]

09/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Scientists find that red sage extract with liquefied calcium improves osteoporosis symptoms

Red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza) extracts have been used in traditional Asian medicine to treat various diseases ranging from heart conditions to liver problems. In a study published in the BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, red sage extracts combined with a liquefied calcium supplement was found to prevent osteoporosis due to estrogen deficiency. A team of […]

06/18/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Taking calcium supplements can help premenopausal women lose weight

Taking calcium supplements is encouraged for women even before the onset of menopause that causes bone loss. In an article in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Chinese researchers reported an additional benefit of increasing one’s intake of the bone-loving mineral: Additional calcium can help reduce weight and prevent the onset of obesity for premenopausal women. […]

06/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Caring for your bones: Prevent breaks by exercising and taking in more calcium and vitamin D

While injuries are unavoidable, this doesn’t mean that you can’t take measures to prevent them. As a prepper, you can’t afford to get injured because it can severely affect your mobility. Before SHTF, you can minimize the chance of getting into accidents and suffering from fractures/broken bones by increasing bone strength and density. You can do […]

06/13/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Older patients can still maintain their mobility if they take proper calcium and vitamin D supplements

As one gets older and the body becomes frailer, the risk of falls and having fractured hips increases. A randomized trial conducted in France proved that calcium and vitamin D can help older adults develop stronger bones and thus, become more resistant to fractures caused by accidents. The subjects of the trial were older women […]

03/29/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Too much low-grade calcium supplementation linked to increased risk of colon polyps

When scientists set out to find out whether calcium supplements could help reduce the chances of a person developing colon polyps, they were very surprised when they discovered the opposite effect. Their findings are a perfect example of why it’s important to use caution when it comes to using certain supplements. Polyps are small growths […]

03/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Vitamin D requires magnesium: You can take supplements but still stay deficient in D if your magnesium levels are too low

Even if you’re taking supplements daily, keep in mind that your vitamin D and magnesium levels are closely linked. According to a recent review, at least 50 percent of Americans store inactive vitamin D in their bodies. This occurs since the vitamin can’t be metabolized if an individual’s magnesium levels are low. Dr. Mohammed S. Razzaque, […]

11/17/2016 / By supplementsreport

Different forms of calcium supplements for bone strength

Dear Pharmacist: I’m concerned about my bone density because I was told I have osteopenia. Are all calcium supplements the same? Do you have other recommendations? — A.F., New York Article by Suzy Cohen Dear A.F.: Osteopenia, or lower-than-normal bonedensity, is frequently found in post-menopausal women but can affect men and women of all ages. […]

10/13/2016 / By supplementsreport

Heart-Harming Supplements? Calcium Pills Linked to Artery Buildup

People who take calcium supplements may be at increased risk for developing buildups of plaque in their arteries, which is a sign of heart disease, a new study found. Article by Rachel Rettner However, people who consume a lot of calcium through the food they eat may actually be at a lower risk of heart […]

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