Glyco-Cal is a highly absorbable formulation of the minerals calcium, magnesium and zinc, with vitamin D. Now in an easy to swallow vegetarian capsule, it contains magnesium glycinate which is a chelated form providing more efficient transport of the mineral across cell membranes with less side effects in the bowel than the chloride, sulfate and citrate form of magnesium.
Why take Glyco-Cal?
Calcium and magnesium are required elements in the human body, responsible for several essential activities. These minerals cooperate to create strong bones, ensure efficient muscle contraction and relaxation, nerve impulse transmission and heartbeat regulation. Importantly, they also help maintain pH balance of the blood and body tissues. Zinc is a trace mineral, which works synergistically with other minerals in maintaining bone integrity. Vitamin D improves calcium absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, critical for maintaining calcium stores in the body and it is also helpful in the prevention of Seasonal Affective Disorder and depression. Vitamin D is also essential for sexual hormone receptor response and plays a significant role in the prevention of cancer. Together, these nutrients support bone health.
Who benefits from Glyco-Cal?
Individuals with a diet low in milk products, nuts, seeds, leafy green vegetables and whole grains are more prone to calcium deficiency. Lactose-intolerant individuals avoiding milk are advised to take a calcium supplement. Diets high in sugar, salt, caffeine, carbonated drinks and white flour products may deplete mineral reserves. In addition, certain medications such as certain anti-inflammatory drugs may accelerate bone loss, making calcium supplementation important. Those with high blood pressure or anxiety may also benefit from Glyco-Cal. Individuals leading sedentary lifestyles (with infrequent physical activity) are at higher risk of osteoporosis, a degenerative bone-depleting disease. Women who are pregnant or breast feeding have increased need for calcium; without adequate stores of calcium these women may be at higher risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal years.
Free of Common Allergens
There is no dairy, egg, fish, or seafood derivatives, gluten, wheat or yeast in Glyco-Cal making it safe for those with allergies or sensitivities to these substances.
DIRECTIONS:
Take orally 3 vegetarian capsules daily or as directed by a health practitioner. Take with food.
WARNINGS:
Take at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after taking other medications. Consult a health practitioner prior to use if you are taking antibiotics, magnesium-containing antacids and laxatives, loop and thiazide diuretics, anti-neoplastic drugs. Consult a health practitioner prior to use if you are taking Tetracyclines. Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency. Consult a health practitioner if you are unsure whether or not you are taking adequate copper. It cannot be used for the replacement of meals or a varied diet.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Calcium*** (Calcium carbonate/Calcium citrate) 140 mg
Magnesium**** (Magnesium oxide) 70 mg
Zinc*** (HVP* chelate) 5 mg
Vitamin D (Vitamin D3, Cholecalciferol) 8.325 mcg**
*hydrolyzed vegetable protein, chelated with rice protein.
**Equivalent to 333 IU
***As elemental one
****As elemental one from Magnesium glycinate
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Hypromellose, gellan gum, potassium acetate, citric acid (anhydrous), rice flour.
KEYWORDS:
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CONDITIONS:
Lactose intolerance, anti-inflammatory drug use, high blood pressure, anxiety, osteoporosis, pregnancy, breast feeding, menopause
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