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Garden of Life Raw Calcium Supplement
120 Vegetarian Capsules
Made in
USA
Patented, organic, plant-based, whole food formula with pure, raw, algae-derived calcium as well as magnesium, vitamin D, and vitamin K2 for enhanced bone health. The algas calcareas species that calcium is extracted from is ecologically harvested off the pristine shores of remote South America, making it the only raw, organic, and pure plant form of calcium that Garden of Life has ever found.
Best For
Stronger bones and teeth; Enhanced nutrient absorption; Digestive support [1-12]
Strength
4/5
Results
5/5
Safety
5/5
- Vegetarian
- Non-GMO
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Kosher
- No-sugar added
- Pros:
- Scientifically-backed ingredients (Magnesium increases the activity of Vitamin D which enhances Calcium's transport to teeth,bones, muscles)
- Powerful, raw, kosher, and vegetarian whole food calcium supplement with additional essential nutrients for advanced bone health
- Formulated with AlgaeCal RAW, an ocean-derived pure plant form of calcium that is naturally rich over 70 bone-enhancing nutrients
- Plant-derived calcium is more potent than calcium derived from a rock source
- Scientifically-backed ingredients (Magnesium increases the activity of Vitamin D which enhances Calcium's transport to teeth,bones, muscles)
- Provides live probiotics and enzymes
- Strengthens the teeth
- Helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis
- Increases Bone Strength
- Helps restore bone mineral density
- Delays the progression of bone loss
- Gluten, dairy, binder, and filler free
- Produced without toxic additives unlike other top sellng calcium supplements
Ingredients Concern: None
Cons:
- Probiotics and calcium may cause stomach upset for some individuals
- Some say capsules are big which makes it harder to swallow
The number one (1) brand in the natural supplements industry. This US-based Facility with headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida strives to produce clean, organic, and non-GMO products that boost overall health. Ingredients are grown in rich organic non-GMO soil with sufficient sun, air, water, and time in order to develop power-packed nutritious food supplements.
Magnesium heightens the activity of vitamin D3 and in doing so, enhances calcium transportation throughout the body, especially the bones, teeth, and muscles [1-4]. Vitamin D3 is more effective at raising and maintaining optimal levels of vitamin D in the blood than vitamin D2; thusly it is recommended by numerous clinical studies for bone and muscle health [5, 6]. In addition, vitamin D3 is more potent, more stable, and has a longer half-life than vitamin D2 [5, 6].
Vitamin K plays an important role in regulating blood sugar levels, it works together with vitamin D3 to promote the transfer or calcium to bones, and it supports immune system health [8].
Probiotics and digestive enzymes have been clinically proven to enhanced digestive health and boost the absorption of nutrients [10].
Whole fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of bioflavonoids and beta-carotene that promote overall health due to their powerful antioxidant properties [11, 12].
Stronger bones and teeth; Enhanced nutrient absorption; Digestive support [1-12]
Magnesium promotes the transfer of calcium into bones by accelerating the activity of vitamin D3 [1]. It also plays a role in the formation of hard tooth enamel that resists acid-induced tooth decay [2]. Without magnesium, calcium cannot be properly transported to the bones and teeth, and would instead begin to accumulate in organs such as the kidneys or liver [1, 2].
In addition, magnesium promotes muscle contraction and relaxation [3]. Low levels of magnesium are associated with electrolyte disorders and may contribute to the development of muscle fatigue, cramps, and spasms [3]. Furthermore, magnesium supports heart health by influencing electrical signals that regulate the heartbeat [4]. In addition, magnesium helps lowers the accumulation of fatty/lipid (plaque) build up in the arteries and it improves blood flow, which supports optimal blood pressure [4].
Vitamin D3 raises the concentration of calcium and phosphorus as theses nutrients work together to facilitate the growth of new bone [5-7]. More specifically, vitamin D3 ensures the body properly transports calcium into the bones where it is used to build layers of strong bone tissue; the absence of adequate calcium levels in the bones causes them to become brittle and prone to fracture [7].
Vitamin K promotes optimal blood sugar regulation, it works with vitamin D3 to support bone health, and it is especially beneficial towards preventing bone mineral density loss [8, 9]. RAW Calcium also contains vitamins (including vitamin D and vitamin K2) and minerals plus live probiotics and enzymes. Calcium uses the MK-7 form of vitamin K2 which lasts longer in the body than the other form of vitamin K2 called MK-4.
Probiotics help maintain the optimal balance of good bacteria in the gut [10]. Probiotics also support optimal digestive function by releasing enzymes that help digest food as well as enzymes that target foreign invaders. They also promote the proper breakdown, absorption, and transport of nutrients into the bloodstream [10].
Whole fruits and vegetables contain powerful bioflavonoids and beta-carotene that combat cell damage that is linked to free radicals and they subsequently promote detoxification, which dramatically improves health [11, 12]. Certain fruits and vegetables boost blood and oxygen circulation as well as the transportation of nutrients to vital parts of the body including the bones [11, 12].
Vitamin D3 1,600 IU, Vitamin K2 100 mcg, Calcium 756 mg, Magnesium 386 mg, Raw Probiotic and Enzyme Blend -64 mg (500 million CFU), Raw Organic Fruit and Vegetable Blend -360 mg
Adults take 4 capsules daily. For best results take 2 capsules with breakfast and 2 capsules with lunch. Capsules may be opened and contents added to water or raw juice.
Not intended for children. These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
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