Vitamins and Minerals Calcium

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Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. Stored mostly in the bones and teeth, it also helps with muscle and blood vessel contraction.

Information listed here includes the need for calcium, levels in certain foods, and its function in the body's health.

CalciumInfo.com
Discusses why this mineral is important, food sources, consequences of deficiency, and a calculator to estimate daily intake.
Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Calcium
Explains what it is, how the body uses it, recommended levels, food sources, absorption issues, and health and disease prevention.