Cal-Mag with Vitamin D3 (120 Softgels)

Medicinal Ingredient (per a capsule):
Calcium (Calcium carbonate) 750mg
Magnesium (Magnesium oxide) 250mg
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)(200 IU) 5mcg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Beeswax, Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water

Recommended Use:
Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus.
Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth.

Recommended Dose:
Adults: 1 Capsule 2 times per day. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications.

Known Adverse Reaction:
Some people may experience diarrhoea.

What Is Calcium?

Calcium is an important mineral, but to build strong bones and healthy teeth it takes more than just calcium. Magnesium and Vitamin D are also important for building healthy bones, and taking these substances together increase the likelihood of calcium being used for bone building. The mineral salts of calcium, magnesium, fluoride, and sulfate are deposited between the protein fibers of collagen, and crystalized into salts, making the bone hard. If bones are too mineralized they will become brittle and easily break. In order to make good strong bones, we need all of these things in our diet.

Foods with Calcium

Almost all leafy greens are high in calcium. Nuts and seeds deliver more calcium than milk, and usually more absorbable because they’re often raw. Sesame seeds offer 2200 mg calcium per cup vs 228 mg of calcium per cup of milk. One tenth of a cup or 1 ½ tablespoons of sesame seeds, would be the same amount of calcium as 1 cup of milk.
Food sources: Tahini or sesame seed butter, almonds (powerhouse of calcium), salmon and sardines (with bones), soy, navy beans, blackstrap molasses, amaranth, broccoli, and kale.

Benefits of Magnesium

Magnesium is an essential mineral and is one of the most abundant minerals in the body. Magnesium is absolutely essential for the regulation of hundreds of biochemical reactions. Magnesium also contributes to the structural development of bone and is required for the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and the antioxidant glutathione. The average adult body contains approximately 25 g magnesium, with 50% to 60% present in the bones. As previously mentioned, it is integral to bone formation, and including it with calcium allows for better absorption of calcium.

Benefits of Vitamin D

This fat-soluble vitamin is also often called the ‘sunshine vitamin’. Under the right circumstances the skin is able to synthesize Vitamin D from the UV rays from the sun. This can work well during the summer months, but can make it more challenging to get enough Vitamin D in the winter months. Vitamin D is also not naturally present in a lot of foods, so either consuming fortified foods or taking a supplement are the main ways to get Vitamin D.

Why Vitamin D In A Cal Mag Supplement?

-Promotes calcium absorption in the gut
-Maintains appropriate calcium and phosphate levels in the blood
-Normal bone mineralization
-Ensures the muscles contract properly, which is also part of creating strong bones

Q: When Should I Use This Product?

A: Calcium deficiency is very possible, even on a nutritious and balanced diet. Especially if you are vegan or dairy-free, eat a high protein or high sodium diet (which can cause excess calcium excretion), or have digestive issues that may decrease your calcium absorption. Taking a regular calcium supplement can help to balance any of these issues and make sure you are reaching your daily recommended intake.

Just as there are good food sources for calcium, there are also foods to avoid. The following foods either decrease absorption of calcium or increase the excretion of calcium:

o High caffeine coffee, tea, soft drinks, and chocolate

o Sugar is similar to caffeine and decreases the amount of phosphorus in the blood

o High phosphorus intake from meat, grains, and soft drinks can take calcium from bones. Phosphorus and calcium need to be in a certain balance to have a positive effect on bone mineralization.

o Salt also has similar effects to sugar and caffeine

o Low Vitamin D can lead to low levels of calcium

o A high fiber diet, with most fiber coming from wheat, can lead to lowered calcium absorption as fiber binds calcium and is excreted from the body

o Protein in excess depletes calcium substantially. Too much creates an acidic environment requiring alkaline minerals like calcium to re-establish balance. Junk foods, refined foods, and most cooked foods also have this acid forming effect on the body. Protein also acts as a diuretic in the body, causing the kidneys to send calcium and other minerals out in the urine.

If you do happen to consume more of these foods/drinks this would be a good time to be supplementing.


Q: Who Can Benefit?

A: The typical daily dosage recommendations for these nutrients are:
• Calcium: 1,000 mg — 100% of the DV
• Magnesium: 400–500 mg — 100–125% of the DV

To reach these amounts, you would need to take 2–3 calcium-magnesium supplements over the course of the day. The variations in dosage owes to the fact that these minerals come in numerous formulations. Calcium-magnesium supplements are mainly available in capsule form, though some companies also sell powdered and liquid versions. Those who either have difficulty consuming enough dietary calcium or absorbing calcium would benefit from taking supplemental calcium-magnesium.