Lifetime Calcium-Magnesuim Potassium Vitamin D and Boron -- 120 Capsules

Lifetime Calcium-Magnesuim Potassium Vitamin D and Boron Description

Lifetime Calcium , the most abundant mineral in the body, is found in some foods, added to others, available as a dietary supplement, and present in some medicines (such as antacids). Calcium is required for muscle contraction, blood vessel expansion and contraction, secretion of hormones and enzymes, and transmitting impulses throughout the nervous system. The body strives to maintain constant concentrations of calcium in blood, muscle, and intercellular fluids, though less than <1% of total body calcium is needed to support these functions.

The remaining 99% of the body's calcium supply is stored in the bones and teeth where it supports their structure. Bone itself undergoes continuous remodeling, with constant resorption and deposition of calcium into new bone. The balance between bone resorption and deposition changes with age. Bone formation exceeds resorption in growing children, whereas in early and middle adulthood both processes are relatively equal. In aging adults, particularly among postmenopausal women, bone breakdown exceeds formation, resulting in bone loss that increases the risk of osteoporosis over time.

Magnesium Deficiency
Even though dietary surveys suggest that many Americans do not get recommended amounts of magnesium, symptoms of magnesium deficiency are rarely seen in the US. However, there is concern that many people may not have enough body stores of magnesium because dietary intake may not be high enough. Having enough body stores of magnesium may be protective against disorders such as cardiovascular disease and immune dysfunction.

The health status of the digestive system and the kidneys significantly influence magnesium status. Magnesium is absorbed in the intestines and then transported through the blood to cells and tissues. Approximately one-third to one-half of dietary magnesium is absorbed into the body. Gastrointestinal disorders that impair absorption such as Crohn's disease can limit the body's ability to absorb magnesium. These disorders can deplete the body's stores of magnesium and in extreme cases may result in magnesium deficiency. Chronic or excessive vomiting and diarrhea may also result in magnesium depletion.

Healthy kidneys are able to limit urinary excretion of magnesium to make up for low dietary intake. However, excessive loss of magnesium in urine can be a side effect of some medications and can also occur in cases of poorly-controlled diabetes and alcohol abuse.

Early signs of magnesium deficiency include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and weakness. As magnesium deficiency worsens, numbness, tingling, muscle contractions and cramps, seizures (sudden changes in behaviors caused by excessive electrical activity in the brain), personality changes, abnormal heart rhythms, and coronary spasms can occur . Severe magnesium deficiency can result in low levels of calcium in the blood (hypocalcemia). Magnesium deficiency is also associated with low levels of potassium in the blood (hypokalemia).

Many of these symptoms are general and can result from a variety of medical conditions other than magnesium deficiency. It is important to have a physician evaluate health complaints and problems so that appropriate care can be given.

Why we need Potassium
Potassium is a very important mineral for the proper function of all cells, tissues, and organs in the human body. It is also an electrolyte, a substance that conducts electricity in the body, along with sodium, chloride, calcium, and magnesium. Potassium is crucial to heart function and plays a key role in skeletal and smooth muscle contraction, making it important for normal digestive and muscular function, too. Many foods contain potassium, including all meats, some types of fish (such as salmon, cod, and flounder), and many fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Dairy products are also good sources of potassium.

Having too much potassium in the blood is called hyperkalemia; having too little is known as hypokalemia. Keeping the right potassium balance in the body depends on the amount of sodium and magnesium in the blood. Too much sodium -- common in Western diets that use a lot of salt -- may increase the need for potassium. Diarrhea, vomiting, excessive sweating, malnutrition, malabsorption syndromes (such as Crohn's disease) can also cause potassium deficiency, as well as use of a kind of heart medicine called loop diuretics.

Most people get all of the potassium they need from a healthy diet rich in vegetables and fruits. Older people have a greater risk of hyperkalemia because our kidneys are less efficient at eliminating potassium as we age. Older people should be careful when taking medication that may affect potassium levels, such as anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ACE inhibitors (see section on Interactions).

Why Vitamin D is Important!
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. It is also produced endogenously when ultraviolet rays from sunlight strike the skin and trigger vitamin D synthesisVitamin D obtained from sun exposure, food, and supplements is biologically inert and must undergo two hydroxylations in the body for activation. The first occurs in the liver and converts vitamin D to 25-hydroxyvitamin D also known as calcidiol. The second occurs primarily in the kidney and forms the physiologically active 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin Dalso known as calcitriol.

Vitamin D is essential for promoting calcium absorption in the gut and maintaining adequate serum calcium and phosphate concentrations to enable normal mineralization of bone and prevent hypocalcemic tetany. It is also needed for bone growth and bone remodeling by osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Without sufficient vitamin D, bones can become thin, brittle, or misshapen. Vitamin D sufficiency prevents rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults Together with calcium, vitamin D also helps protect older adults from osteoporosis.

Vitamin D has other roles in human health, including modulation of neuromuscular and immune function and reduction of inflammation. Many genes encoding proteins that regulate cell proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis are modulated in part by vitamin D. Many laboratory-cultured human cells have vitamin D receptors and some convert D to. It remains to be determined whether cells with vitamin D receptors in the intact human carry out this conversion.

Boron
Another very important mineral present in this supplement is boron which is an essential trace mineral needed for several body functions such as maintaining joint and bone functions. Boron helps in absorption of magnesium, calcium and vitamin D. The utilization of calcium and the activation of Vitamin D are also assisted by it. It should be taken along with other minerals and vitamins.BenefitsBoron is good for healthy bones due to efficient absorption of calcium. Boron can also be helpful for postmenopausal osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and can be useful for ischemic heart disease

Directions

Use only as directed. Take four capsules daily with a meal or glass of water.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 4 Capsules

Servings per Container: 30

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) [fish]	400 IU	100%

Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate and Citrate)	1000 mg	100%

Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide and Aspartate)	500 mg	125%

Potassium (as Potassium Chloride)	50 mg	1.42%

Boron (as Boron Amino Acid Chelate)	3 mg	*

*Daily value not established.

Other Ingredients: Gelatin, magnesium stearate, silica and microcystalline cellulose.

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How Much Vitamin D Do You Need in Winter?

For decades, vitamin D has been hailed as the patron saint of strong bones. Its health halo has been stretched to include support for immune health and the nervous system.^† Today, according to 2018 survey issued by Consumer Lab, consumers take more D than any other supplement.

While no one disputes the need for vitamin D, much controversy surrounds the question of how to define vitamin D deficiency. The measurement for an ideal vitamin D level has historically been problematic and difficult to standardize—and experts don’t agree on an optimum amount. P

lus, a growing body of research has debunked much of the vitamin D hype, throwing some shade on its sunny reputation. To help shed more light on a murky subject, here’s the lowdown on how much vitamin D you actually need.

What is vitamin D?

Recent research has challenged several of vitamin’s D sworn benefits, most notably as protection against fractures and falls. Studies show that vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium, which helps keep bones healthy. If you don’t have enough of it, bones may become thin, brittle and misshapen, a condition called rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.

Because vitamin D supports how well your body absorbs calcium, it also helps keep your muscles, nerves and immune system healthy. However, unless you are truly deficient in vitamin D, it offers no significant protection from fall-related fractures.^†

And the prevailing assumption of Vitamin D as a panacea that could affect the odds of having a heart attack or a stroke or developing cancer (for example, breast, prostate, or colorectal cancers) did not pan out, according to the large nationwide, still ongoing Vitamin D and Omega-3 Trial (VITAL ) which assessed more than 25,000 participants. So far, the study’s finding show that a vitamin D supplement did not lower rates of heart attack, stroke, or cancer.^†

Can I get enough Vitamin D from the sun alone?

Our bodies makes vitamin D from cholesterol when our skin is exposed to sunlight (in addition to absorbing it from certain foods). But it’s hard to get enough from diet or sun alone, especially with the growing awareness of the dangers of sun exposure. The vitamin D council provides the following examples of exposure requirements. To get adequate vitamin D from the sun, “at noon during summer in Miami, someone with a medium skin tone would need to expose one-quarter of their skin to sunlight for 6 minutes. At noon during summer in Boston, someone with a darker skin tone would need to expose one-quarter of their skin to sunlight for 2 hours.” If you aren't being exposed to sun, your daily intake needs may be higher. There are also specific lifestyle factors to consider, such as whether you stay indoors, always cover your skin, or use a high sun protection factor sunscreen every day.

Can I get Vitamin D from food?

Vitamin D is found mainly in fatty fish and fortified dairy products, though it's tough to get enough from diet alone.

How much Vitamin D do I need?

In 2014, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, a federally funded panel of health experts, said no consensus exists on the definition of vitamin D deficiency or the optimal level. This is still the case. However, the recommended daily intake (RDI) is usually around 400–800 IU (10–20 micrograms), but many experts say you should get even more than that. According to the Mayo Clinic, “recommendations for how much daily vitamin D adults need through diet have changed over the years. For example, the Endocrine Society recommends up to 1,500 to 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily for adults.” Further complicating the issue: How well your body absorbs vitamin D, which varies according to the individual.

Should I take a test?

When people began to fear that they weren’t getting enough vitamin D, sales of the vitamin skyrocketed. As vitamin D surged in popularity, so did the demand for vitamin D testing. According to the New York Times, “Doctors ordered more than 10 million for Medicare patients in 2016, up 547 percent since 2007, at a cost of $365 million.” But in recent years, a number of insurers and health experts have begun to view widespread vitamin D testing as unnecessary. According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, there is still not enough evidence to warrant routine vitamin D screening.

Can I take too much Vitamin D?

Although the amount of vitamin D in a typical daily supplement is generally considered safe, it is possible to take too much. For example, a 2010 study published in JAMA showed that intake of very high doses of vitamin D in older women was associated with more falls and fractures. More recently, a 2015 study published in the American Journal of Medicine linked blood levels as low as 50 micrograms with an increased risk of death. The current trend in dosage, in the interest of safety, seems to be leaning to more conservative levels, rather than aggressively high amounts. According to the Mayo Clinic, “1,000 to 2,000 IU per day of vitamin D from a supplement is generally safe, should help people achieve an adequate blood level of vitamin D, and may have additional health benefits.”

Bottom line:

When it comes to vitamin D, more is not necessarily better. In fact, more can be worse. To prevent deficiency, the Institute of Medicine has suggested the recommended dietary allowance, or RDA, for vitamin D at 600 international units (IU) per day for young adults and 800 IU per day for adults older than 70. If you do have certain health conditions that may limit your vitamin D absorption, it may be prudent to check with your healthcare provider if a vitamin D screening would be beneficial.

^†These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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