Relationship: Skeletal System (Bones) and calcium

Evidence supporting the use of: Calcium
For the body system: Skeletal System (Bones)

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Calcium is scientifically validated as an essential mineral for skeletal system health. It is a primary component of bone tissue, providing structural strength and rigidity. Approximately 99% of the body's calcium is stored in bones and teeth, where it forms hydroxyapatite crystals that give bone its hardness. The role of calcium in bone health is well-established through decades of research. Adequate calcium intake is crucial throughout life, especially during periods of rapid growth (childhood, adolescence), pregnancy, and older adulthood when bone resorption can outpace formation, increasing fracture risk.

Clinical guidelines recommend calcium intake to prevent osteoporosis and reduce fracture risk, particularly in postmenopausal women and older adults. Numerous randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses support the use of calcium (often combined with vitamin D) in improving bone mineral density and reducing the incidence of osteoporotic fractures. For example, a 2007 meta-analysis in "The Lancet" concluded that calcium supplementation could reduce fracture risk in people at risk of deficiency.

In summary, the use of calcium to support the skeletal system is strongly supported by scientific research, making it a foundational recommendation in both preventive and therapeutic strategies for bone health.

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