While best known for skeletal health, calcium is also the specific mineral that triggers muscle fiber contraction. It is released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum inside muscle cells in response to nerve impulses, making it essential for athletic movement.
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Clinical Summary
Essential for maintaining bone health and neuromuscular function.
Dosage Guidelines
10mg to 50mg typically found in sports gels to replace trace sweat losses.
Safety & Side Effects
Over-supplementation can lead to kidney stones or vascular calcification.
Known Interactions
Competes for absorption with iron and magnesium if taken in extremely high doses.
Scientific References
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23687486/Source: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30568435/Source: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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