• Menopausal women: Menopausal women experience rapid bone loss during the first five years after menopause, as the estrogen level drops and there is increased bone resorption and decreased calcium absorption.
• Pregnant women: During pregnancy, women need extra calcium for fetal skeletal growth. Hence, they need to take calcium supplements.
• Senior citizens: As the age of a person increases, the calcium in the body decreases, and the bones become weak and soft. Intake of foods that have more calcium is essential.
Symptoms &
• Muscle cramp
• Dry skin and brittle nails quickly.
• Confusion or memory loss makes the bones porous, fragile, and brittle.
• Numbness of feet, hand, and face
• Easy fracturing of the bones
• Late puberty
• Tooth decay
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Hallucinations
This disease is common in older adults, especially women.
Diseases Caused by Calcium Deficiency
•Osteoporosis: As the bones lose minerals more the body cannot replace them soon which makes the bones porous, fragile, and brittle They become less resistant to normal stresses and are at a greater risk of fractures and breakage.
• Cardiovascular Diseases: Studies show that calcium provides protection from heart diseases and strokes; hence, calcium deficiency can lead to cardiovascular diseases.
• High Blood Pressure: Consuming calcium-rich food items can reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure. A diet comprising of fat-free and low-fat dairy products, fruits, and vegetables can lower blood pressure.
• Cancer: Research has proved that a lack of calcium in the body can cause