You no doubt know that it helps your body build and maintain strong bones, but calcium also aids muscle contraction, as well as cardiovascular function. To help you reach your daily calcium goal, here are 10 foods high in calcium.
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Not many people have heard of osteomalacia which is a disease that keeps your bones from hardening as they should. In an effort to better understand it and the risks that are involved, let’s explore the common symptoms and causes, as well as the treatment options available.
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If you don’t get a sufficient amount of it—whether through dietary sources or supplements—you may be at greater risk of developing conditions like osteoporosis and osteopenia, along with some or all of the following 12 symptoms.
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The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste through the blood using tiny filters, called nephrons, and flushing them out of the body via the urine. However, when nephrons get damaged, or worse, a kidney fails completely, waste builds up in the blood and can’t be eliminated from the body, which will result in health concerns. […]
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Muscle cramps, which are often referred to as “charley horses,” are something that most everyone has experienced at one time or another. Follow along as we outline 10 possible causes of muscle cramps, as well as ways to prevent them and when to contact a doctor.
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Most Americans are lacking a large amount of the essential nutrients due to a diet that is full of overly-processed, convenience foods that are high in simple carbs and refined sugar. To avoid any nutritional deficiencies, be sure to include these essential nutrients in your diet.
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