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Add Vitamin D to Calcium to Reduce Osteoporosis Risk, Says FDA

Posted on October 01, 2008

I've told you bluntly that You Need More Vitamin D with Your Calcium. Why? According to The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF):The relationship between calcium absorption and vitamin D is similar to that of a locked door and a key. Vitamin D is the key that unlocks the door and allows calcium to leave the intestine and enter the bloodstream. Vitamin D also works in the kidneys to help resorb calcium that otherwise would be excreted.I've also given you ways on Adding Vitamin D to a Nondairy Diet.Why do I remind you of all this? Because the Food and Drug Administration announced that it has ...

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calcium , diet , exercise , kidneys , nutrients , osteoporosis , vitamin d
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