Though calcium

carbonate usually contains the highest concentration of calcium by weight,

a study published in The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology shows that calcium

carbonate is not readily available to the body. A study conducted by Howard

J. Heller, M.D., assistant professor, Center for Mineral Metabolism and

Clinical Research at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

at Dallas, indicates that the tablet formulation of calcium citrate in

the form of Citracal was more bioavailable than calcium carbonate in the

form of Os-Cal, even when given with a meal.

Dr. Nelson

explains, "Calcium citrate does not require stomach acids for absorption

as does calcium carbonate. This is an added benefit for older women who

do not produce much stomach acid between meals. When combining the ease

of absorption when taken with or without a meal and the vital Vitamin

D component by which calcium turns into bone, calcium citrate supplements

such as Citracal + D are a simple way to maintain the bone mass you've

built."

Here are Some

Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis:

- Eat calcium-rich

foods, such as dairy, broccoli, kale, and beans.

- Moderate

your intake of alcohol.

- Don't use

steroids.

- If you smoke,

quit.

- Take a daily

ten-minute walk as a form of weight-bearing exercise.

For more information

on osteoporosis, please visit Mission Pharmacal's Web site at www.citracal.com.

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