calcium
Calcium Orotate
Most living things naturally have small amounts of calcium orotate in their systems. In fact, both plants and animals use it in their RNA and DNA. It is a primary mineral (naturally found in the body) for the creation of bones and teeth. Studies have shown calcium orotate is able to penetrate cell membranes rising the bioavailability of this calcium compound far above all the rest.
Elemental Percentage
10%
Bioavailability
90%
Our key metric
Price Per Absorbed Gram
This allows you to see what the true cost is for each gram of calcium that your body actually uses.
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.Pcalcium orotate facts
- The chemical formula for calcium orotate is C10H6CaN4O8
- Some studies claim calcium orotate is able to penetrate cell membranes more effectively than other forms of calcium. The orotic acid component of calcium orotate is able to penetrate cell membranes, thus it allows the calcium ions to be transported more easily into the cells.
- prescribed more than any other compounds for those with low blood calcium levels
- There is also some evidence that calcium orotate may be beneficial for the skin, as it may help to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Sources
- combining calcium carbonate or calcium lactate with orotic acid. Orotic acid is a naturally occurring compound that is produced in the body and found in small amounts in food
Health Benefits
- development and maintenance of strong bones and teeth
- helps in the proper functioning of the heart, muscles, and nerves
- necessary for the blood clotting process
- studies have shown that a diet rich in calcium may be associated with lower body weight and a reduced risk of obesity
- calcium intake can help to prevent osteoporosis
Reactions with other Vitamins
- Vitamin D helps absorption
- Magnesium works with calcium – you need both
- Calcium can interfere with the absorption of iron and Zinc – take calcium and zinc or iron supplements at different times of the day
- may interact with blood pressure medications and blood thinners. It’s best to consult with a doctor before taking these medications and calcium supplements together.
Recommended Dietary Allowance
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is “the amount of an essential nutrient, as a vitamin or mineral, that has been established by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences as adequate to meet the average daily nutritional needs of most healthy persons according to age group and sex.” –- dictionary.com
We used the RDA for calcium from the National Institutes of Health – Office of Dietary Supplements listed below.
|
Age |
Male Daily |
|
0-6 months |
200 mg |
|
7-12 months |
260 mg |
|
1-3 years |
700 mg |
|
4-8 years |
1000 mg |
|
9-18 years |
1300 mg |
|
19-50 years |
1000 mg |
|
51-70 years |
1000 mg |
|
71+ years |
1200 mg |
|
Age |
Female Daily |
|
0-6 months |
200 mg |
|
7-12 months |
260 mg |
|
1-3 years |
700 mg |
|
4-8 years |
1000 mg |
|
9-18 years |
1300 mg |
|
19-50 years |
1000 mg |
|
51+ years |
1200 mg |
| Life Stage | Age | RDA |
| Pregnancy | 13-19 years | 1300 mg |
| Pregnancy | 20+ years | 1000 mg |
| Breast-Feeding | 13-19 years | 1300 mg |
| Breast-Feeding | 20+ years | 1000 mg |