Adequate calcium intake
For bone and digestive health
The experts we follow agree on this.
Ensure sufficient calcium intake to support bone, tooth health, and reduce colon irritation.
Who is behind it
Voices including a certified naturopath, one of our sources and a credentialed coach.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“Have a rich calcium diet to counter the oxalates (PMID: 26816771)”
a certified naturopath
Calcium binds to oxalate and is excreted, so a rich calcium diet can help counter oxalates.
a certified naturopathsponsoredAllow nervous system to function properly and promote feeling more level.
Calcium is essential to form the mineral structure of hydroxyapatite in tooth enamel.
one of our sourcessponsoredCalcium blocks fluoride absorption in bones.
Higher calcium intake has consistently been associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer by helping bind bile acids and other compounds in the gut, reducing irritation to the colon lining.
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