1. Sources: kale, eggyolk, fish, yogurt, green leafy veg. (broccoli, mustard greens, turnip greens), stwes made from bones, almonds, figs (highest alkaline forming food), beans.
2. Maintains acid - alkaline balance, normalizes contraction & relaxation of heart muscles, essential for strong dense bones & teeth, lowers blood pressure, lowers cholesterol and aids in preventing cardiovascular disease, sleep aid (natural tranquilizer, colorectal cancer prevention plus many other essential functions.
3. Deficiency include: nervous spasams, facial twitching, weak muscles, cramps, rickets, slow growth in children, osteoporosis, heart palpatations, slow pulse rate and possible colon cancer.
4. Cow's milk may not be a good source and may worsen osteoporosis.
5. Obtain in organic formulations for best uptake. Some calcium supplements such as Tums may not be absorbed at all.
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