Calcium Pure Encapsulations

Calcium citrate is the form of the mineral calcium bound to citric acid. As an organic compound, it has very good bioavailability and is therefore particularly well absorbed by the body.

Approximately 1 kilogram of calcium is found in your body, making it one of the most abundant minerals. Almost all calcium content is stored in your bones, which makes sense, as it is essential for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth. But calcium can do even more: muscle function, energy metabolism, and signal transmission between your individual nerve cells all rely on your daily calcium requirement being met.

The recommended daily intake of calcium (daily requirement) for adults is around 1000 mg, while for adolescents in growth, the reference value of the German Nutrition Society (DGE) is slightly higher. Athletic training or menopause in women can also lead to an increased requirement. The supply is very individual, as many people nowadays are lactose intolerant or avoid dairy products, which are the best sources of calcium. A supplementary supply through calcium capsules can therefore be useful.

Calcium citrate or calcium carbonate – what's the difference?

Calcium is available in different compounds, the best known of which are calcium carbonate and calcium citrate. Calcium carbonate is a salt of carbonic acid, which also occurs very frequently in nature, for example in corals, snail and mussel shells or limestone. Calcium citrate is calcium bound to citric acid (citrate), and it's important to know that citric acid is also a naturally occurring substance in the body. It has better bioavailability than calcium carbonate and is also gentler on the stomach, making it suitable for sensitive individuals.

Calcium capsules to meet an increased daily requirement

Calcium citrate from Pure Encapsulations® contains organically bound, pure calcium with optimal bioavailability. This allows your body to easily absorb and process it so that it reaches where it is needed. The calcium capsules are very well tolerated and are particularly suitable for people with increased needs, as well as for lactose intolerance and avoidance of dairy products. The recommended daily dose provides a good amount of 900 mg of calcium to cover the daily requirement.