In the above video Dr. Shweta Shah guides you with the ways to maximize calcium intake by your body.
Calcium is a vital mineral. Body requires calcium to strengthen bones and teeth, regulate muscle functions, regulate heart functioning, and blood clotting. Calcium also plays an important role in transmission of nervous system messages and proper enzyme reactions.
Most of the calcium required by the body is derived from various food sources and calcium supplements. Eating calcium rich foods or taking calcium supplements may not be enough, it is also important that your body is absorbing enough calcium. Through this video Dr. Shah helps you understand the various aspects about calcium consumption and absorption, and the factors affecting calcium absorption.
Discussed in the video are a few important topics including:
- What is calcium intake?
- How to maximize calcium intake?
- Which are the foods rich in calcium?
- What is the right way to cook calcium rich foods?
- What foods interfere with or block calcium absorption in the body?
- Is there a link between calcium and iron absorption?
- What is the link between severe acidity and osteoporosis?
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