Essay about Calcium Content

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Calcium is a major mineral, essential for our ability to grow new bone and maintain bone strength. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation it is used in the regulation of heartbeat, stimulation of hormone secretions, conduction of nerve impulses, stimulation of blood clotting, and maintenance of a healthy skeleton. It is an essential part of each person's diet. Lack of calcium has been linked to more than two hundred diseases and conditions. Most Americans are not getting enough Calcium in their diets each day. This lack of calcium can lead to negative long or short term effects.

Throughout childhood and teenage years the bones need plenty of calcium to reach their peak strength and calcium content. After about age thirty to forty the bones start to lose calcium and their strength. Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones in mostly older adults, caused by the lack of calcium when younger. The bones become porous, fragile, and more prone to be broken. The adequate amount of calcium as well as regular excercise is essential to prevent that and keep your bones healthy throughout life.

As well as helping prevent osteoporosis, calcium has been proven to have an effect in many other areas; such as, high blood pressure, cancer, kidney stones, premenstrual syndrome, and weight loss.
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