Therapeutic Uses

Calcium can be used to control the incidence of leg cramps in pregnant women. It has also been shown to reduce menstrual muscle tension and stress associated with premenstrual syndrome.Use of calcium supplements during pregnancy may support normal blood pressure and normal delivery. During pregnancy, the fetus will take calcium at the expense of maternal bones. Adequate calcium is therefore extremely important during this life event.Calcium may be of benefit in the support of allergies, normal mood and sleep, muscle and joint health. Recent studies have shown that slow release calcium fluoride therapy can reduce bone fractures and increase bone density in postmenopausal women although other researchers have found that fluoride therapy can lead to calcium deficiency despite calcium supplementation.