Calcium Chewable 350 mg — Spearmint , 100 tabs

New spearmint-flavoured Calcium Cal-Chews™ chewable tablets maintain strong bones and healthy teeth and help prevent osteoporosis, which increases the risk of bone fractures later in life. It may also help reduce high blood pressure, and it plays a role in relieving PMS symptoms. Calcium aids the nervous system with impulse transmission, and it helps to fight insomnia. Chewable calcium also supports colon health and is good for adolescent and post-menopausal women.

Derived from a natural limestone source, Calcium Cal-Chews™ are a natural anti-acid and now feature a smoother, creamy texture.

Serving Size: 1 tablet
Quantity: 100 tablets

Benefits:

• Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth, especially in childhood, adolescence and young adulthood
• Calcium intake, when combined with sufficient Vitamin D, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis
• Helps to prevent calcium deficiency
• Natural antacid
• Good for adolescents and post-menopausal women

Restrictions

Drug Interactions: Calcium can interfere with tetracycline antibiotics andcalcium channel blockers. Consult your physician before use if you are taking any thiazide diuretics, as these can cause extremely high (potentially toxic) levels of calcium in the body.

Nutrient Depletions: Calcium can impair the absorption of the mineral iron. Foods high in phosphorus (animal protein and soft drinks) promote urinary loss of calcium. High consumption of caffeine, and excess dietary fat and fibre can inhibit calcium absorption. Calcium may be depleted by corticosteroids,bronchodilators, anti-osteoporotics, cholesterol-reducing medications, anti-gout medications, and sulfonamides.

Supportive Interactions: Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption. Ensure that you are getting at least 400 IU of vitamin D each day for optimal calcium absorption. Garlic supplements along with calcium may help reduce high blood pressure.

Warnings and Precautions: None known when taken as directed.

Toxicity, Adverse Warnings and Side Effects: Calcium carbonate may cause symptoms of gas, bloating, or constipation. If this occurs, switch to calcium citrate. Do not exceed recommended dosage. Excess calcium can contribute to the development of kidneys stones, and may cause calcium deposits in the body.