Tag Archives: Calcium

Keeping Strong Bones

Posted on May 1, 2013 by askdrjames

May is Osteoporosis awareness Month. How to increase my bone density? This is a frequently asked question in my practice. Preventing osteoporosis requires more than just taking Calcium. Here are a few tips on how we can take care of … Continue reading →

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Calcium Part3: What affects Calcium absorption?

Posted on August 7, 2012 by askdrjames

What affects Calcium absorption?  Not all calcium consumed is actually absorbed in the gut. Humans absorb about 30% of the calcium in foods, but this varies depending upon the type of food consumed.[i] Calcium absorption depends on your body’s available … Continue reading →

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Calcium-Part 2: Where can I get my Calcium?

Posted on July 10, 2012 by askdrjames

Food sources of Calcium I have included a table of the amounts of calcium in different food types. This is a very general representation.  A more complete list can be found on the US Department of Agriculture’s Nutrient Database. dairy … Continue reading →

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Calcium-Part 1: What kind should I take? I am confused!!!!

Posted on June 19, 2012 by askdrjames

There are hundreds of different brands of calcium supplements and different forms of calcium.  When we are talking about calcium intake, we are actually referring to the elemental calcium, not the compound calcium. What does this mean? Elemental Calcium vs … Continue reading →

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Is it possible to take TOO MUCH calcium?

Posted on January 31, 2012 by askdrjames

As a chiropractor, patients often ask me bone or joint-related questions. One concern that often comes up is, “Am I taking enough calcium?” or “Am I taking too much?” For many years, the common public perception was the more calcium … Continue reading →

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