Coral Minerals Are Easily Absorbed And Assimilated by the Body
Mineral deficiencies are common because the soil, and consequently our food supply, has become depleted of minerals. Many supplements contain inorganic mineral salts that are difficult to impossible for the body to use. (7)
Coral is an excellent mineral supplement because the calcium and other minerals are easily absorbed and assimilated by the body.(l)
FACTS:
- Coral minerals are organic.
- They are ionic. They take on a positive charge upon contact with moisture, making them easier for the human body to assimilate. (l)
- It provides a full-spectrum mineral supplement containing 74 minerals. It contains every mineral needed by the human body and is known for its synergistic relationship with the body.
- The Calcium/magnesium ratio of fossilized Okinawan coral is 2:1, suggested as ideal by many authorities. (1,8)
- Orthopedic surgeons use a "bone void filler" made from chemically treated coral in bone graphs because it is readily accepted by the body. The porous, interconnected structure provides an ideal matrix through which new bone tissue can grow. (3)
HEALTH BENEFITS ASSOCIATED WITH CORAL CALCIUM
Over 150 different diseases have been linked to mineral deficiency and deficiencies in trace minerals can be virtually impossible to diagnose. As the coral minerals are assimilated by the body, several health-building functions may be achieved:
- As the bio-available calcium and other alkalizing minerals get into the blood and cells the body PH returns to the natural slightly alkaline level. The human body starts out in a slightly alkaline state, but over time becomes more and more acidic. Most diseases thrive in an acidic environment.
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Adequate calcium intake is essential for the formation and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth
Both humans and animal studies done in Japan indicated that minerals from coral is not only better absorbed than calcium from other sources including milk, and calcium carbonate, but also that it contributes to the improvement of bone density.(8)
Okinawan People Are Known for Health and Longevity
This Coral Calcium comes from fossilized Okinawan coral. Using the fossilized coral from above sea level does not impact living reefs. (1)
People of the Japanese islands are among the healthiest in the world. These findings are from a 25-year Japanese-funded study of Okinawans that are 10 years old or older. The study showed that the Islanders are at far lower risk than other people -even other Japanese for chronic diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. They also have a lower risk of stroke and several' cancers. (4)
Okinawan diet is extremely healthy. Okinawan centenarians attribute their health and longevity to their healthful diet and active lifestyle. (Research)
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. Teeth and bones contain 99% of the body's calcium. The other 1 % is found in blood and other body fluids where, among other things, it aids in blood clotting, nerve transmission and muscle contractions (including the heart muscle). (6)
Women, in particular, have been urged to take supplemental calcium due to their increased risk for osteoporosis.
The RDI established for this mineral intake is as follows:
- 1,000 mg. for adults
- 1,200 mg. for pregnant and lactating women
- 1,500 mg. for postmenopausal women
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration "calcium intake ranging from 1,000 to 2,500 mg. daily does not cause hypercalcemia in normal individuals.”
REFERENCES
1. “Taking the Confusion Out of Buying Coral Calcium”, Coral Facts & Fiction, coralcalcium-watchdog.com, 2003.
2. "Osteoporosis Protocol", Disease Prevention and Treatment, Third Edition, Life Extension Foundation, 2002.
3. "Artificial Bone Grafts: Pro Osteon", The Center for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Marietta, GA, 1999.
4. Takayama H, "The Okinawa Way" Newsweek, Jan. 13,2003.
5. Balch P, Balch J, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Third Edition, Avery Publishing, New York, NY 2000.
6. Kirschmann J, Dunn L, Nutrition Almanac, Second Edition, Nutrition Search, Inc., 1984.
7. Wright T, "Minerals: The Unsung Heroes of Health", Neutraceuticals World, Sept., 2002.
8. Fukuba H, "The Problem on the Lack of Ingestion of Calcium and Magnesium in Japan and Coral Powder”, Showa Women's University, July24,2000.
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This publication, and the product contained herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The product relates to nutritional support only.
