Calcium Citrate with D3 1000 mg 300 caps.

Calcium is vital in the formation of strong bones and teeth and is also important in the maintenance of regular heartbeat and the transmission of nerve impulses. It is needed for muscle growth and contraction and for the prevention of muscle cramps. This important mineral is also essential in blood clotting and helps prevent colon cancer. It may lower blood pressure and prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis as well. Calcium provides energy and participates in the protein structuring of RNA and DNA. It is also involved in the activation of several enzymes including lipase. The amino acid lysine is needed for calcium absorption.

A calcium deficiency may result in the following symptoms: muscle cramps, nervousness, heart palpitations, brittle nails, eczema, hypertension, aching joints, increased cholesterol levels, rheumatoid arthritis, tooth decay, insomnia, rickets, and numbness in the arms and/or legs.

Calcium is more effective when taken in smaller doses spread throughout the day and before bedtime. When taken at night, it also promotes a sound sleep. The citrate salt of calcium has been documented to be well absorbed and utilized by the body. Vitamin D is necessary for both the efficient absorption of dietary calcium and phosphate, as well as their metabolism once ingested.

Female athletes and women experiencing menopause need greater amounts of calcium due to lower estrogen levels. Estrogen protects the skeletal system by promoting the deposit of calcium in bone.

Warnings

Calcium supplements should not be taken by those suffering from kidney stones or kidney disease. Calcium may interfere with calcium channel blockers like Verapamil. Calcium take with iron reduces the effect of both minerals. Too much calcium can interfere with absorption of zinc.

Insufficient vitamin D intake or excess phosphorus and magnesium hinders the uptake of calcium.

Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings Per Container: 300
Amount Per Serving
Vitamin D3	100 IU
Calcium (as calcium citrate)	220 mg
Other ingredients: magnesium stearate, gelatin, water. Contains soybeans. Contains corn. This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, or rice. Contains NO artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.

Dosage and Use

Take one capsule one to seven times daily with meals, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
For women over age 35, 1500 to 2000 mg of elemental calcium is suggested.
For men and women under age 35, 1000 mg elemental calcium is suggested.
Check the calcium content of other supplements you are taking to determine how much additional calcium should be supplemented.

Caution

Large doses of vitamin D3 (over 1900 IU/day) may cause hypercalcemia, a decrease in renal function, and nephrocalcinosis. Monthly blood tests to monitor serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels should be done to protect against vitamin D3 toxicity when high doses are consumed on a regular basis. Underlying kidney disease may preclude high dose vitamin D3 supplementation.

Warnings

Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
If you have a bad reaction to this product, discontinue use.
When using nutritional supplements, please inform your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.

This page was last modified on Tuesday September 02, 2008