The Online Calcium Information Resource      
About Calcium Information
Calcium is vital for bone health, but in addition to building strong bones, calcium is essential for the heart, muscle and nerves to function properly, and for blood to clot. This section also covers how much calcium is needed daily, food sources and supplements.
Calcium Research Information
Osteoporosis is a disease process marked by the deterioration of bone tissue and low bone mass, often caused by calcium deficiency. Click here to learn more.
Read the most frequently asked questions about calcium. Also learn about calcium's potential protective effects related to kidney stones and reducing the body's lead burden.
Calcium Life Stages
Our body's needs change as we grow and get older. Learn about the importance of calcium for Children, Women and Men.
Calcium-Related Web Sites...
Calculate Your Daily Calcium Intake...

Use these valuable sites to learn more about calcium and how it affects your body.

TUMS - A great source of calcium during pregnancy.
  Os-Cal - The brand preferred by doctors for women at risk of Osteoporosis.

Use the Calcium CalculatorSM to estimate your current daily calcium intake and learn about sources of calcium to help you achieve your recommended daily intake.

 
Your information source for everything Calcium
How to increase calcium intake...
Learn about the best food sources for calcium.
What is calcium deficiency?
Learn if you are calcium deficient.
Have a question?
Read the answers to the most frequently asked questions about calcium.
Is calcium important to you?
Learn how calcium is important to you through your life stages.
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