Coral Calcium

Coral Calcium

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Product Information

	Highest quality coral from Okinawa, Japan
	Enhanced with vitamins and minerals
	Vegetarian capsule
	Easy to digest and highly absorbable
	Ideal 2 to 1 ratio of calcium to magnesium balance
	Supports healthy bones, teeth, muscles, and all bodily functions
	Strengthens immune system

History of Coral Calcium:

The first mention of the medicinal use of coral is found in Indian Ayurvetic Medicine, dating back some 5,000 years. Coral was first introduced as medicine to the Western World by the 9th century Arab expansion into Europe. The Persian philosopher Al-Kindi included coral in the "Medical Formulary" in 830 A.D. Proof of western coral usage can be seen in the world's oldest pharmacy established in 1685, and is still in existence and preserved as a museum in Panaranda de Duero in northern Spain. The museum displays a container of ground up coral with the inscription, “The blond coral is the only coral used for medicine” and further states that the coral has a beneficial effect upon the heart and elevates the mood of the person taking it.

Benefits of Calcium:
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. Of the two to three pounds of calcium contained in the average body, 99% is located in the bones and teeth. An adequate daily intake of calcium is not only needed to form healthy bones and teeth, but also in preventing colon and rectal cancers, high blood pressure, and even preventing premenstrual syndrome. Calcium also plays an important role in weight loss, muscular contractions, vision, assisting with regulating heartbeat, transmitting nerve impulses, blood clotting, and helping to maintain the walls of blood vessels.

Calcium and Tooth loss: People with low intakes of dairy foods, that is under 1.5 servings per day, have almost twice the risk of periodontal disease leading to tooth loss than those consuming at least three serves per day. Note that the study refers to calcium intake, not specifically dairy products, although they are the principal dietary source of calcium. (Nishuda M et al: Calcium and the risk for periodontal disease. J Periodontol; 71:1057-1066,2000).

Recommended Dosage:
Coral Calcium is best taken two to three times a day, instead of in one dose, because your body can absorb only 600 milligrams of elemental calcium at a time. Best time to take coral calcium is after meals and before bedtime. Do not take coral calcium with iron, because it interferes with its absorption. Avoid taking coral calcium supplements with high-fiber meals or bulk laxatives, as they can cut down on the amount of calcium you absorb. Over 2,000 milligrams a day of elemental calcium may pose problems for your kidneys.

Contraindications:
If you have had kidney stones or have a family history of them, talk to your doctor before taking any type of calcium supplements. Calcium supplementation may decrease the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, iron and aspirin or salicylates, if taken at the same time (it is recommended that dosage be separated by at least 2 hours). Calcium may decrease efficacy of thyroid hormones, may decrease absorption of biphosphonates and some quinolone antibiotics.
Calcium benefit ceases when supplements stop. It is now conventional to recommend that young people, especially, have a high calcium diet to maximize bone strength and avoid the later ravages of bone loss and osteoporosis. New studies find that the benefit of high calcium intake only remains while the level of intake is maintained. A three-year study of 300 men and women over 65 years, utilizing a calcium supplement regimen produced increased bone density, but within a year of stopping there was no residual gain. Clearly calcium enrichment must be a lifelong process, not just a few years of popping pills. (Dawson-Hughes, B. et al. Effect of calcium and vitamin d supplementation on bone density in men and women 65 years of age or older. N. ENGL. J. MED. 337 (10) 670-6, 1997; Dawson-Hughes B (Tufts), and Abrams S (Houston Child Nutrition Research Center): papers at FASEB 2000).

The exact mechanism that makes coral calcium a health-promoting supplement is not yet known. Clearly, more scientific studies are required. Coral Calcium appears to work by means other than just the content of calcium alone. (Halstead, B. Fossil Stony Coral Minerals and Their Nutritional Application. Canon Beach, OR: Health Digest Publishing Co., 1999). There is a lot media hype that claims coral calcium is the cure for all ailments. Such claims are absurd and preposterous. There are many issues regarding coral calcium that remain unresolved, and more studies are indicated. The benefits of coral calcium reported by thousands of people must be taken into consideration. It is abundantly clear that coral calcium is a natural mineral supplement that contains health-promoting micronutrients, and it is a valuable dietary supplement that is here to stay.

Supplement Facts Serving Size: 3 Tablets
	Amount Per Serving	US RDV
Vitamin A	5000 IU	100%
Vitamin C	60 mg	100%
Vitamin D-3	400 IU	100%
Vitamin E	30 mg	100%
Calcium (Coral Calcium)	555 mg	56%
Chromium (Amino Acid Chelate)	120 mcg	**
Copper (Amino Acid Chelate)	2 mg	100%
Iodine (Kelp)	12 mcg	8%
Zinc	15 mg	100%
Coral Calium (with 72 Trace Minerals)	1500 mg	**
Vanadium	30 mcg	**
Boron	21 mcg	**
** No RDA has been established Other ingredients:Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cellulose, and Vegetarian Capsules

Coral Calcium References:

The statements regarding this product have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are currently taking any medications or are being treated for a medical condition, please consult with your doctor before taking this product.