Calcium breaks down too much caffeine or soft drinks

Bratislava, August 1 (TASR) – The calcium contained in the human body dissociates alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, high sugar consumption, but also the consumption of carbonated soft drinks containing phosphoric acid. Peter Minárik, a physician and nutritionist, points out this. Similarly, according to his words, it is not good to over-salt and eat too much animal protein.

"The bones contain up to 99% of calcium in the body.If our diet does not contain enough other important functions, such as muscle activity, nerve impulses, the blood clotting or metabolism, the body restores bone calcium levels ", approach.

The expert recalls that adequate calcium intake during childhood and puberty is essential for bone formation and mineralization. However, she adds that bone mineralization continues even after the end of bone growth, that is, between 18 and 30 years of age. At that time, bone density can increase by 10%. Even such an increase in bone density results in a 50% reduction in the risk of pathological fractures related to osteoporosis.

A healthy lifestyle is also a prevention against osteoporosis. "According to clinical studies, physical passivity is a definite reason for bone loss, which is why, even at a later age, exercise helps fight osteoporosis," He refines understanding that physical activity, movement, and exercise have a fundamentally beneficial effect on bone density. Therefore, it is recommended to climb the stairs rather than the elevator, to stop earlier or not to use the car for short distances. He also considers that swimming, cycling, long walks or hikes are appropriate activities.

According to Minarik, the diet should be supplemented by a varied range of vegetables, legumes, tofu and the drink diet should also contain mineral waters rich in calcium and magnesium sufficient. "Calcium-rich mineral waters are an excellent source of well-absorbed calcium. On the one hand, they contain calcium in free form, which the human body can easily use, and on the other hand, they do not contain other substances that would inhibit the absorption of calcium or promote higher excretion ". he added.

As he concluded, the mineral water suitable for calcium supplementation should not only be rich in calcium, but should also contain a sufficient amount of magnesium so that the body can properly utilize both substances. Such a composition ensures a calcium intake from mineral water comparable to dairy products.