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Aquamin, is a natural, multimineral derived from the red algae Lithothamnion corallioides, rich in calcium, magnesium and 72 othertrace minerals.Aquamin promotes increased mineralisation in osteoblast cell culture. Aquamin plays an important role in promoting bone formation and may be useful in treating bone diseases such as osteoporosis. Aquamin directly enhances osteogenesis by providing not onlyan extra source of calcium but also other essential bone supporting minerals necessary for the mineralisation of extracellular matrix deposited by these cells. Calcium is the most common mineral in the human body. About 99% of the calcium in the body is found in bones and teeth, while the other 1% is found in the blood and soft tissue. Calcium levels in the blood and fluid surrounding the cells (extracellular fluid) must be maintained within a very narrow concentration range for normal physiological functioning. The physiological functions of calcium are so vital to survival that the body will demineralize bone to maintain normal blood calcium levels when calcium intake is inadequate. Thus, adequate dietary calcium is a critical factor in maintaining a healthy skeleton. This review summarises the current available scientific literature regarding the effect of Aquacal tablets, A Natural calcium Supplement in supporting optimal bone Health.

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Aquacal tablets Natural calcium Supplement optimal bone Health

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