Calcium
Calcium is the most plentiful mineral in the body. It is essential in the formation of bones and teeth and important in preventing osteoporosis. It also plays a role in blood clotting, nerve transmission and in muscle contraction.1,2 Calcium appears to help maintain normal blood pressure levels. 3Most people don't consume adequate amounts of dietary calcium.1 The Daily Recommended Intake (DRI) of calcium for adults aged 19 - 50 is 1,000 mg. For adults over age 50, the recommendation is 1,200 mg daily. Vitamin D is needed for calcium absorption, so 400 IU of vitamin D should be consumed daily as well. Calcium is found in dairy products, green leafy vegetables such as broccoli and kale and fortified fruit juice. Three tablets of Ray & Terry's Cal–Mag contain 1000 mg of calcium as well as 200 IU of vitamin D. Magnesium
Magnesium helps to relax smooth muscle, and in so doing can improve blood flow to the heart.4 It assists in maintaining blood pressure in a normal range, and it is needed for formation of bone, protein and fatty acids.5,6,7 It activates B vitamins and is utilized in the formation of ATP. Magnesium and Calcium appear to work together to support healthy cardiac function.6Magnesium is also helpful in treating fatigue, stress and/or frustration, occasional anxiety, and PMS.6 It is found naturally in nuts, grains, beans, dark green vegetables, fish and meat. The DRI for adult women is 320 mg and 420 mg for men, but we recommend 400 – 600 mg per day for most adults. Magnesium can interact with a number of medications including diuretics, some antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents. Large doses of magnesium may cause diarrhea, and caution is needed in cases of kidney dysfunction. Three tablets of Ray & Terry's Cal–Mag contain 500 mg of magnesium. Dosage: 3 tablets per day. Daily amount can be divided and taken throughout the day. Ray & Terry's Calcium Magnesium contains 250 tablets per bottle. Ray & Terry's Calcium Magnesium is equally effective when taken with or without food. However, if your digestive system is sensitive, you may want to take your supplements with meals. | Supplement Facts | | Serving Size: 3 Tablets |
| | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
| Calcium (Oyster Shell)
| 1,000 mg | 100 % | | Magnesium (Oxide) | 500 mg | 125 % | | D-3 (Cholecalciferol) | 200 IU | 50 % |
| *% Daily Value Not Established |
| Other Ingredients: Oyster Shell, Magnesium Oxide. | ALLERGEN WARNING: May contain shellfish derivatives.
| | EXCIPIENTS: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide, and Di-Calcium Phosphate. | CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dose. This product is not intended for persons with allergies to shellfish. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement. |
References: - National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. “Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Calcium.” http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/calcium.asp
- National Osteoporosis Foundation. “What You Should Know About Calcium.” http://www.nof.org/prevention/calcium2.htm
- Am J Epidemiol 1995; 142:935-45. Cappuccio FP et al.
- Circulation Research 2005;96:207-215.
- Am J Clin Nutr 1994 60:129–13. Witteman JC et al.
- J Bone Miner Res 1998;13:749-58. Rude RK.
- National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. “Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Magnesium.” http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/magnesium.asp
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