Natures Aid Calcium Magnesium and D3, Helps Maintain Normal Bones, Teeth and Muscle Function, Vegan, 90 Tablets

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As we grow older, our bones start to weaken, and our risk of developing conditions such as osteoporosis increases. To maintain strong bones and general health, we need to incorporate nutrients that maintain bone health into our diets. 1 Calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D are crucial for maintaining healthy bones and bone quality. 1 Here, we explore the benefits of these essential nutrients and why they should be taken together to reap the most benefits.

Do not take more than 100 micrograms (4,000 IU) of vitamin D a day as it could be harmful. This applies to adults, including pregnant and breastfeeding women and the elderly, and children aged 11 to 17 years. green leafy vegetables – such as curly kale, okra but not spinach (spinach does contain high levels of calcium but the body cannot digest it all) You can buy vitamin D supplements or vitamin drops containing vitamin D (for under 5s) at most pharmacies and supermarkets.Nature’s Own Calcium, Magnesium and Vitamin D3 contains these three nutrients essential for bone health and strength in one tablet, designed to support bone mass and bone density, as well as muscle function. You may choose not to take a vitamin D supplement during these months. People at risk of vitamin D deficiency

Dietary supplements verification program. U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention. https://www.usp.org/verification-services/dietary-supplements-verification-program. Accessed Oct. 18, 2020. Sometimes the amount of vitamin D is expressed as International Units (IU). 1 microgram of vitamin D is equal to 40 IU. So 10 micrograms of vitamin D is equal to 400 IU. Should I take a vitamin D supplement? Advice for adults and children over 4 years oldAbout ConsumerLab.com. ConsumerLab.com. https://www.consumerlab.com/aboutcl.asp. Accessed Oct. 18, 2020. The Department of Health and Social Care recommends that adults and children over 4 take a daily supplement containing 10 micrograms of vitamin D throughout the year if they: Calcium supplements are available in a variety of forms, including tablets, capsules, chews, liquids and powders. If you have trouble swallowing pills, you may want a chewable or liquid calcium supplement. Absorbability

Bone health is something we tend to neglect until it’s too late. We take our bones for granted, without realising that they play an essential role in our daily lives. Bones provide the framework for our body and protect our vital organs. 2 They also store calcium and other minerals that support our overall health. But as we age, our bones start to lose mass and density, making them more prone to fractures and breaks. 2 That’s why it’s crucial to take care of our bone health, and one way to do that is by ensuring you get enough Calcium, Magnesium and Vitamin D. 1 Benefits of Calcium, Magnesium & Vitamin D Taking high doses of calcium (more than 1,500mg a day) could lead to stomach pain and diarrhoea. What does the Department of Health and Social Care advise? If you are allergic to calcium/magnesium/vitamin D; any part of calcium/magnesium/vitamin D; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and Children aged 1 to 10 years should not have more than 50 micrograms (2,000 IU) a day. Infants under 12 months should not have more than 25 micrograms (1,000 IU) a day.Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring that supplements are safe and claims are truthful. Some companies have their products independently tested by U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP), ConsumerLab.com (CL) or NSF International. Supplements that bear the USP, CL or NSF abbreviation meet voluntary industry standards for quality, purity, potency, and tablet disintegration or dissolution. Different types of calcium supplements have different costs. Comparison shop if cost is a factor for you. Supplement form Calcium fact sheet for professionals. Office of Dietary Supplements. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Calcium-HealthProfessional/. Accessed Oct. 18, 2020.

Supports calcium absorption: Without sufficient vitamin D, the body cannot absorb adequate calcium from the diet. 4 Together, calcium, magnesium and vitamin D ensure that calcium is absorbed efficiently and used to maintain healthy bones. In the UK, cows' milk is generally not a good source of vitamin D because it is not fortified, as it is in some other countries. How much vitamin D do I need?A microgram is 1,000 times smaller than a milligram (mg). The word microgram is sometimes written with the Greek symbol μ followed by the letter g (μg). If your doctor has recommended you take a different amount of vitamin D, you should follow their advice.