What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose their strength and density, and become fragile and fracture more easily because of calcium loss. This disease particularly affects women in their middle and later years.

Post-menopausal women should consume at least 1200-1500mg of calcium daily (about three dairy servings). Women who have difficulty digesting dairy, have a vegan lifestyle or cannot achieve this intake through food alone, should use calcium supplements. Although calcium does not prevent bone loss, it is important in the overall prevention of osteoporosis when combined with exercise, estrogen and other therapies. If you are taking another supplement, it is recommended that you split the daily dose of calcium since the body can only absorb a limited amount of calcium at one time.