vegan calcium
Posted in Vegan Stuff on 03/27/2011 04:52 pm by adminvegan calcium
Where do vegans get their calcium and iron?
I have curious if vegans do not consume any animal products like milk or cheese take off their calcium? Also where do they get their iron? Interesting, because I did not know: D!
Oh goodness. I mostly my calcium from kale, products soy, orange juice, broccoli and almonds. Kale is a leafy vegetable that provides more calcium than milk does. Most people do not know this, but the milk is the main source of calcium. I get my iron mostly mock meats, vegetables and veggie burgers and hot dogs. Anyway vegans have no problem get the calcium and iron in their diets, despite the myth, its almost no vegan or iron deficiency anemia. Well I hope that helped!
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Is it Possible to Have Too Much Calcium
Similar to answering the question of how much of a vitamin supplement is too much (or too little), many ask what is the right amount to take of a calcium supplement. Some worry about getting too much calcium and worry that a buildup of calcium could occur causing kidney stones and other illnesses. But many studies actually show the more dietary calcium that is available for the body the LESS likely they are to have a buildup of calcium deposits.'
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6. Decide whether Chondroitin is for you. Chondroitin also helps joint repair but it is derived from shellfish. If you are allergic to shellfish look for a calcium supplement that does not contain chondroitin.
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When taking a calcium supplement, it's all about absorption. Studies have shown that we should be able to take a calcium supplement on a regular basis. If you take a calcium supplement, you want your body to take advantage of every drop otherwise your are simply flushing your supplement and your money down the drain.
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