As people age, their intestinal calcium absorption capacity declines, and they suffer from osteoporosis, hunchback, loose teeth and other problems. “Calcium deficiency” has become a topic that the elderly cannot avoid. So, how important is calcium to our body? What harm does calcium deficiency in the elderly bring?
7 functions of calcium
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Calcium is an essential trace element for human health and plays an important physiological regulatory role in the human body.
First , calcium is the main component of human bones and teeth, which directly affects our height and dental health;
Second , it can maintain the health of the body and ensure normal growth and development;
Third , it can promote blood coagulation and cell adhesion;
Fourth , it can activate human enzymes and regulate enzyme activity;
Fifth , it can maintain the acid-base balance in the body;
Sixth , calcium is also a transmitter that maintains muscle contractility and nerve impulses.
Finally , calcium also has the functions of regulating heart rate, regulating heart beats, reducing fatigue, and enhancing human resistance.
The elderly need to take in 1000 mg
of calcium a day. Adults should take in about 800 mg of calcium a day. The elderly have more serious calcium loss and their intestinal absorption capacity for calcium decreases, so they need to supplement more. It is recommended to take in 1000 mg of calcium a day. Insufficient calcium intake can lead to osteoporosis, but high calcium intake may also cause kidney stones and gradual hardening of arteries, so the elderly should take in calcium reasonably.
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