Bone & Calcium Health

Bone health is critical throughout life — peak bone mass is built during childhood and early adulthood, while maintaining bone density becomes the focus after age 30. Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake are essential.

Calcium supplements (500-600mg per dose, 1000-1200mg daily total) come in various forms. Calcium carbonate is most common and should be taken with food. Calcium citrate can be taken on an empty stomach and may be better absorbed.

Vitamin D3 is essential for calcium absorption — without adequate vitamin D, the body absorbs only 10-15% of dietary calcium. Combined calcium + D3 supplements are convenient and effective. Magnesium also plays a role in bone health.