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Fun Calcium Facts!
1. Calcium is a chemical element on the periodic table.2. Calcium was isolated and first discovered by Cornish chemist and inventor Humphry Davy in 1808.3. Calcium is a solid at room temperature. 4. The symbol for calcium is Ca.5. The atomic number for calcium is 20.6. The standard atomic weight of calcium is 40.078 u.7. Calcium is in the alkaline earth metal group on the periodic table.8. Calcium is a period 4 chemical element, which is the fourth row on the periodic table.9. Calcium is a group 2 chemical element, which is the beryllium group.10. Calcium has five stable isotopes [if you really want to know] and they are 40Ca, 42Ca, 43Ca, 44Ca and 46Ca.11. The melting point for calcium is 1,548 °F (842 °C).12. The boiling point for calcium is 2,703 °F (1,484 °C).13. Calcium is the 5th most abundant element in the human body.14. Calcium is the 5th most abundant of all the elements found on Earth.15. Calcium is the 3rd most abundant metal found on Earth.16. Calcium is the 5th most abundant element found in the human body, and it’s mostly in the bones and teeth.17. Calcium is important to the human body and considered an essential element.18. Calcium helps the development of bones in children and adolescents.19. Calcium might help treat certain bone diseases, like osteoporosis.20. Dairy products typically are rich in Calcium, like cheese and yogurt.21.Calcium intake that exceeds nutritional recommendations can increase the risk of kidney stones.22. The largest non-nutritional use of Calcium is in the steelmaking process.23. Calcium.com is the place on the Internet to learn about calcium! Adapted from: https://www.factsjustforkids.com/chemistry-facts/calcium-facts-for-kids/
Calcium Mining
"Calcium minerals are very common and can be mined anywhere. It is chiefly obtained from limestone, dolomite and gypsum. Common calcium-bearing minerals include anhydrite (calcium sulfate), gypsum (hydrated calcium sulfate), and aragonite or calcite (calcium carbonate)." From https://mineralseducationcoalition.org/elements/calcium/
Stretch the Power
"Your body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones. Your heart, muscles and nerves also need calcium to function properly. Some studies suggest that calcium, along with vitamin D, may have benefits beyond bone health: perhaps protecting against cancer, diabetes and high blood pressure." From Mayoclinic.org 08/22Calcium and calcium supplements: Achieving the right balance Is this true? "Costa Rica’s Nicoya peninsula (known as the Blue Zone, of which there are four on our planet) live to be centenarians is that the water there contains lots of calcium and their lifestyle is similar to it was 100 years ago — meaning stress-free." Let us know! Truth always wins, it has to!
Calcium for Health
Calcium is essential for numerous bodily functions, and its health benefits are well-documented. Below is a detailed overview of calcium’s health benefits, based on its role in the body and supported by general scientific understanding: 1. Bone Health and Strength Primary Role: Calcium is a critical component of bone tissue, forming the mineral matrix (hydroxyapatite) that gives bones their strength and structure. About 99% of the body’s calcium is stored in bones and teeth. Benefits: Supports bone development in children and adolescents, helping achieve peak bone mass. Maintains bone density in adults, reducing the risk of bone loss with age. Prevents osteoporosis, a condition characterized by brittle, weak bones, particularly in postmenopausal women and older adults. Reduces the risk of fractures, especially in the elderly. Key Insight: Adequate calcium intake during youth is crucial for maximizing bone mass, which acts as a "bone bank" for later life. Inadequate intake can lead to increased bone resorption over time. 2. Teeth Health Role: Calcium strengthens tooth enamel and supports the jawbone structure surrounding teeth. Benefits: Helps prevent tooth decay by maintaining strong enamel, which resists acid erosion. Supports dental health by reducing the risk of periodontal disease (gum disease) through strong jawbone support. Key Insight: Calcium works synergistically with phosphorus and vitamin D to maintain healthy teeth. 3. Muscle Function Role: Calcium ions regulate muscle contraction by facilitating the interaction between actin and myosin (muscle proteins). Benefits: Enables proper muscle contraction, including skeletal muscles (for movement) and smooth muscles (e.g., in blood vessels). Prevents muscle cramps and spasms, which can occur due to low calcium levels (hypocalcemia). Supports heart muscle function for consistent heartbeat rhythm. Key Insight: Calcium imbalances can lead to tetany (involuntary muscle contractions) or cardiac arrhythmias if levels are too low or high. 4. Nerve Function Role: Calcium is essential for nerve signal transmission, as it helps release neurotransmitters. Benefits: Ensures proper communication between nerves and muscles, supporting reflexes and voluntary movements. Maintains nervous system health, preventing issues like numbness or tingling from calcium deficiency. Key Insight: Calcium works with other minerals like magnesium and potassium to maintain nerve function. 5. Blood Clotting Role: Calcium is a cofactor in the blood coagulation cascade, activating proteins that form clots. Benefits: Supports wound healing by enabling blood clot formation to stop bleeding. Prevents excessive bleeding in cases of injury or surgery. Key Insight: Calcium deficiency can impair clotting, leading to prolonged bleeding times. 6. Cardiovascular Health Role: Calcium supports heart muscle contraction and vascular function. Benefits: Maintains normal blood pressure by supporting blood vessel contraction and relaxation. May reduce the risk of hypertension, though evidence is mixed and depends on dietary sources. Key Insight: In recent year, it's been discovered that excessive calcium supplementationmay increase the risk of arterial calcification or cardiovascular issues, so balance is critical. 7. Hormonal and Cellular Functions Role: Calcium acts as a signaling molecule in cells, regulating processes like hormone secretion and enzyme activity. Benefits: Supports insulin release, aiding blood sugar regulation. Facilitates cell division, growth, and repair. Plays a role in immune function by supporting cell signaling pathways. Key Insight: Intracellular calcium levels are tightly regulated to prevent cellular dysfunction. 8. Prevention of Certain Conditions Osteoporosis: Adequate calcium intake, especially with vitamin D, reduces the risk of osteoporosis by maintaining bone density. Rickets and Osteomalacia: In children, calcium deficiency can lead to rickets (soft, deformed bones); in adults, it can cause osteomalacia (softening of bones). Proper intake prevents these conditions. Preeclampsia: Some studies suggest adequate calcium intake during pregnancy may lower the risk of preeclampsia, a condition involving high blood pressure. Colorectal Health: Some evidence indicates calcium may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer by binding to bile acids and reducing cell proliferation in the colon, though more research is needed. Sources of Calcium Some of the better, natural dietary sources for humans: Leafy greens: Kale, broccoli, bok choy (though absorption varies due to oxalates). Fish: Sardines, salmon (with bones). Nuts and seeds: Almonds, sesame seeds. Legumes: White beans, tofu (calcium-set). Supplements: Calcium carbonate or calcium citrate (best absorbed with food or on an empty stomach, respectively). Note: Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption, while high sodium or caffeine intake may increase calcium loss. Considerations and Risks Deficiency: Can lead to hypocalcemia, causing symptoms like muscle cramps, fatigue, and in severe cases, seizures or heart issues. Excess Intake: Overconsumption (e.g., >2,500 mg/day from supplements) may cause hypercalcemia, kidney stones, or impaired absorption of other minerals like iron and zinc. Absorption Factors: Oxalates (in spinach, rhubarb) and phytates (in grains) can reduce calcium absorption. Vitamin D, magnesium, and dietary fat improve absorption. Supplementation Caution: Excessive calcium supplements may increase the risk of kidney stones or cardiovascular issues in some populations, so dietary sources are preferred when possible. US Government Calcium Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Calcium-HealthProfessional/ Table of ContentsIntroductionRecommended IntakesSources of CalciumCalcium Intakes and StatusCalcium DeficiencyGroups at Risk of Calcium InadequacyCalcium and HealthHealth Risks from Excessive CalciumInteractions with MedicationsCalcium and Healthful Diets
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