What does it do?
Helps in the maintenance of bones and teeth. A factor in maintenance of good health. Calcium is also found in the blood, muscles, and other tissue. Calcium in the bones can be used as a reserve that can be released into the body as needed. Bones are always breaking down and rebuilding, and calcium is needed for this process. Taking extra calcium helps the bones rebuild properly and stay strong.
What body parts are affected?
What foods can it be found in?
- Milk
- Cheese
- Yogurt
- Calcium set tofu
- Bok choy
- Kale
- Broccoli