Calcium is vital to bone health because it is constantly being used for normal body activities. It is essential for the development of dense bone mass and the reduction of the lifetime risk of fractures and osteoporosis.
2.Discuss the importance of Vitamin D to calcium absorption.
Vitamin D is the way that absorbs calcium. Inadequate vitamin D, leads to insufficient absorption of calcium from the small intestine, resulting in soft bones.
3.Discuss the effects of sodium, caffeine, and alcohol on calcium levels in the body. The effects of sodium, caffeine, and alcohol on calcium levels in body by removing calcium from the body through urination via the kidneys and lowering bone density.
4. Describe