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Several factors must be considered when prescribing Calcium supplements. 1)          Insufficient Calcium intake can cause bone loss which can lead to osteoporosis. If the need arises for calcium supplementation, it is advisable to:  regularly monitor calcium levels select a good product with optimal absorption rates, there are many over-the-counter forms of calcium supplementation available and several […]

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A number of clinical trials have revealed that there is a 30% increase in the number of heart attacks in individuals whom consume calcium supplements. In addition, these studies suggested that this can be fatal. Moreover, individuals with an intake of 805mg or more of calcium prior to calcium supplementation may also be at risk […]

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Vitamin D is an essential element of the diet and carries several important roles.  There are numerous studies that show that vitamin D enhances muscle strength and improve balance in adults. However no evidence is yet found supporting vitamin D improves gait.  It is of vital importance to note that the intake of vitamin D […]

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A recent study be presented at the First World Congress on Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders in London, UK has suggested the administration of cognitive behavioural therapy  (CBT) can normalise activity in the supplementary motor region of the brain in patients with Tourette’s syndrome and also reduces chronic tics. This is achieved through exercises and […]

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