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Calcium Supplement Guidelines The University of Arizona Sessions in My Presentation Calcium and Health Calcium and Disease Prevention How much calcium do I need? How much calcium is too much? How should I get my calcium? What increases calcium absorption? What decreases calcium absorption? What type of calcium supplement is best? What is the bottom line? Calcium and Health Calcium is an essential mineral found in great abundance in the body. Ninety-nine percent of all the calcium in the body is found in the bones and teeth. The remaining one percent is in the blood. Calcium plays important roles in nerve conduction, muscle contraction, and blood clotting. If calcium levels in the blood drop below normal, calcium will be taken from bone and put into the blood in order to maintain blood calcium levels. Therefore, it is important to consume enough calcium to maintain adequate blood and bone calcium levels. Calcium and Disease Prevention Osteoporosis Osteoporosis means “porous bone,” and is characterized by a decrease in bone mineral density, bone calcium content, and an increased risk of fractures. One way to help reduce your risk is to consume adequate amounts of calcium in your daily diet. If you cannot consume enough calcium from your foods, supplements are a safe alternative. Calcium and Disease Prevention Kidney Stones Excessive calcium intake may contribute to kidney stone formation and traditionally those with kidney stones have been advised to consume low calcium diets; however, recent research shows that meeting recommending calcium intake levels actually reduces kidney stone formation risk. The best strategy to prevent kidney stones, therefore, is to consume appropriate amounts of calcium to meet your needs every day, thus avoiding deficient or excessive intake levels. How much calcium do I need? Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium Recommended milligrams Calcium Intakes