[Bone and Nutrition. Calcium intake and bone health]
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Evaluation of Amino Acid Consumption in Cultured Bone Cells and Isolated Bone Shafts
Published on: April 13, 2022
1Physiological Nutrition, Kagawa Nutrition University, Japan.
Abstract:
Calcium is undoubtedly an essential nutrient. Many studies have confirmed a significant relationship between the intake of calcium, and bone quantity and density. With regard to Japanese dietary reference intake values, the reference calcium intake values have been determined while considering bone quantity. However, a correlation between calcium intake and bone fractures has not been established. In osteoporosis treatment and prevention guidelines, the recommended calcium preparation grade for osteoporosis treatment has been set at a low level. However, to ensure appropriate effectiveness of osteoporosis treatment, it is necessary to take an appropriate amount of calcium. In recent years, the calcium intake level for Japanese people has tended to decline, which emphasizes the need for taking an appropriate amount of calcium in the diet.
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