Signs of calcium deficiency you need to pay attention to
Not only does calcium create blood cohesion, it also ensures the functioning of nerve glands and ensures blood pressure balance. If you do not receive enough 1,000mg of calcium each day, your body will fall into a state of calcium deficiency.
Late detection of calcium deficiency can be very harmful to your health. In fact, calcium deficiency has no specific signs until your bones become weak and brittle. If you pay attention, you can still recognize very small signs that show that the calcium content in your body is not at the ideal level, says Andrea J., MD, director of health care organization at Georgetown University - Washington.
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Calcium is abundant in food. |
Do you suffer from cramps?
Calcium is an electrolyte and also the component that carries electrical impulses to your muscles. Having too little calcium can cause nerve endings to become inhibited, causing spasms.
According to Jacqueline Bromberg, MD, a medical researcher at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Health Center at Weill Cornell Medical College, New York (USA), light exercise before bed such as stretching the calf muscles and hamstrings can effectively help reduce muscle cramps. However, this is only a temporary measure. You still need to adjust your diet to increase the calcium content in your body.
Does tooth decay bother you?
Deborah Levy, a pharmacist and medical consultant at Carrington Farms Wellness Center, says that 99% of the body's calcium is found in the bones and teeth. When you don't get enough of this mineral, your body will 'leak' it from these parts. This causes problems like cavities and tooth decay.
A study published in the American Journal of Dental Medicine found that people who consume less than 500 milligrams of calcium per day are twice as likely to suffer from periodontitis and gingivitis. So, if you regularly suffer from dental problems, don't just take it for granted, but review your diet. It's possible that you're not getting enough calcium.
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Soft, brittle nails are a sign of calcium deficiency. |
Having problems with your nails?
Cracked or split nails are also a sign of a problem with your diet. Like bones and teeth, calcium deficiency can make it difficult for these areas to grow and maintain their strength.
According to nutritionist Clare McKindley at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, California (USA), foods such as yogurt, cheese or milk all have high calcium content, which has a strong effect of supplementing minerals for the body. Some vegetables such as spinach and kale, soybeans also have a similar effect in supplementing minerals, minimizing problems caused by calcium deficiency.
Erin Sundermann, a scientist and assistant professor at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, said that since food is the main source of calcium for the body, you will need to pay attention to building and planning a careful nutrition plan if you do not want to encounter unpleasant health problems. If you have difficulty, you will need the help of medical professionals to establish a nutritional regimen for yourself.
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Calcium deficiency will cause the body to produce hormones that cause restlessness, anxiety... you are always in a state of stress, tension so it is difficult to remember. |
Your memory is not good?
Poor memory is also one of the problems caused by calcium deficiency. Solomon Evans, a psychologist and biomedical researcher at Edouar-Herriot Hospital (France), said that low calcium levels will cause hormonal imbalance, leading to psychological problems such as anxiety, restlessness and nervous disturbance. At that time, your memory will be significantly affected without you knowing. If prolonged, this condition can cause more serious problems such as loss of appetite, irritability, and even depression.
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