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Bone Supplement
Alternative Names
Bone strength and calcium
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Calcium and phosphate are two minerals that are important for making healthy bones. Your body uses these minerals to make your bones as you grow.
If you do not get enough calcium in your diet, or if your body does not absorb enough calcium from diet, bone tissues may suffer.
Bone density refers to how much calcium and other types of minerals are present in a section of your bone. It is highest between ages...
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Study: Daily calcium does protect bones
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Video: A guide to calcium supplements
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