Who needs extra calcium?

• Anyone not eating enough calcium-rich foods
• Those who can't eat dairy products - they're a big source of calcium
• Individuals doing intense training regularly
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women
• Those who smoke and/or drink a lot - as it reduces calcium absorption

How bioavailable is this natural calcium?

Research comparing the absorption of Lithothamnium calcareum (where Lifestream Organic Calcium is sourced from) and calcium carbonate found greater bioavailability of the former. Lithothamnium calcareum showed higher calciuric levels and also lower levels of parathyroid hormone (this hormone increases when blood calcium levels get low). This indicates higher bioavailability of Lithothamnium calcareum.*

Another study showed that of the three forms of calcium tested, Lithothamnium calcareum had the best digestive solubility.**

Lifestream Organic Calcium has a unique porous structure, a large molecule size, and contains other synergistic minerals to enhance its absorption and utilisation by the body.

Lifestream Natural Calcium Supports:

• Bone, nail, and teeth health
• Healthy bone density and structure
• Healthy muscle function

What about the 2:1 Calcium to Magnesium Ratio?

Foods in their natural state do not contain these two minerals in this set ratio, breastmilk has a ratio of 10:1 calcium to magnesium and many traditional cultures have had very strong, healthy bones without relying on this ratio.

* Zenk J.L, Leikam S.A, Kuskowski M.A. A single dose pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic comparison of two calcium supplements in pre-menopausal women. Minnesota Applied Research Center, Chanhassen, MN and Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center, Veterans Administration Medical Centre, Minneapolis, MN. August 2004.

** Assoumani M B. A natural calcium supplement derived from seaweed. Agro-Food Industry Hi-Tech – September/October 1997: 45-47.