Risk factors that cause the body "calcium" is not enough.

Dr. Somsak Aksasilp, Director-General of the Department of Medical Sciences, said that calcium is a vital mineral. But because the body can not synthesize calcium, it must be taken from food through digestion and absorption in the small intestine. The absorption of calcium in both children and adults, the body can absorb about 20-25 percent. The rest will excrete it.

Benefits of calcium
The function of calcium is not to be a component of bones and teeth. Also repair worn parts. Helps in the clotting of blood. The nervous system works to stimulate the enzyme. And control the balance of acid and alkaline in the body. If calcium deficiency is present in children, it can cause rickets. Cause bone growth disorders. If in postmenopausal women will cause osteoporosis. And if the body is severely calcium deficiency. May cause muscle spasms, spasms and seizures.



Factors that cause the body to get calcium is not enough.

Dr. Sompong Tanjariporn, director of Lerdsin Hospital Department of Medicine, said that the risk factors that cause the body to lack calcium.

Getting calcium through food is not enough.

Not exercising

Overdose

Drink too much alcohol.

Estrogen deficiency in menopausal women.

Have family history of osteoporosis. Or a broken bone before.


Calcium intake should be
Each day, we should get calcium by age. Each age has the appropriate calcium content is not equal.

Adults 40-50 years old should receive calcium 800-1,000 mg per day.

Age 50 years should be given 1,000-1,200 mg of calcium per day.

Over 60 years old

Pregnant women Should get calcium 1,200 mg per day.


How to get enough calcium?
We can choose to eat calcium-rich foods without having to rely on dietary supplements such as Sesame (1 tablespoon of calcium, 132 mg), dried shrimp paste (1 tablespoon of calcium, 140 mg), small fish or fish. Tofu, milk and dairy products Legumes and bean products include gherkins, chilies, aloes, basil, basil, okra, green leafy vegetables, Chinese kale, etc., by eating the right amount. Including exercise during the period from 7 am to 9 am to provide the body with vitamin D from the sun, which helps to absorb calcium. And if you need to eat calcium, should consult with a specialist do not buy calcium to eat.