{"product_id":"calciumcitraat-puur-poeder-now-foods","title":"Calcium Citrate Pure Powder | 227 Grams | NOW Foods","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePure Calcium Citrate Powder by NOW Foods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot everyone likes swallowing large tablets, and calcium tablets are often quite big. This \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium citrate\u003c\/strong\u003e from NOW Foods is a pure powder that you stir into juice or a smoothie. It contains nothing but calcium citrate: no fillers, no flavorings, no sweeteners. One and a half level teaspoons (3 grams) provides 600mg of calcium, and a 227-gram container is good for 75 servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat calcium does, in the words of the EU\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium is the mineral you have the most of in your body, and about 99% of it is in your bones and teeth. Calcium is necessary for the maintenance of normal bones. Calcium is also necessary for the maintenance of normal teeth. But calcium does more than build. The small amount that circulates in your blood and cells acts as a kind of signaling substance. Calcium contributes to the normal function of muscles, because every contraction begins with calcium being released in the muscle cell. Calcium contributes to normal neurotransmission, the transmission of signals between nerve cells. And calcium contributes to normal blood clotting. In addition, calcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the normal function of digestive enzymes, and calcium plays a role in the process of cell division and differentiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy calcium citrate and not calcium carbonate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people wonder what the difference is between the forms of calcium. The two best known are calcium carbonate (lime, the same substance as chalk) and calcium citrate (calcium combined with citric acid). Calcium carbonate contains more calcium per gram, about 40%. But it needs stomach acid to dissolve. Calcium citrate contains less calcium per gram, about 21%, but also dissolves without much stomach acid. And because it is a powder, you decide how much you take. Half a serving? That can easily be done with a teaspoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label recommends 1½ level teaspoons (3 grams) per day with a meal. NOW Foods recommends mixing it into juice with pulp, such as tomato or orange juice. There is a good reason for this: calcium citrate does not dissolve completely in water and then feels a bit grainy. In a thicker juice or a smoothie, you will notice this very little. The powder has a slightly sour taste, which blends well into fruity juice. You can also stir it into yogurt or oatmeal. What many people do not know: your body absorbs calcium better in smaller portions. If you want to take more than 500mg at a time, you can also divide the serving between breakfast and dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCalcium in combination with other substances\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium is often mentioned together with vitamin D and vitamin K2, and in many formulas you will see those three together. This powder deliberately contains only calcium citrate, so you can combine it yourself with what you already use. Be careful with iron and some medications, such as thyroid medication and certain antibiotics. Calcium can inhibit their absorption. Therefore, take them with a few hours in between, and consult your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: pure calcium citrate, without fuss, in a form that you dose yourself. Convenient for those who do not want to swallow tablets or want to decide themselves how much calcium goes into the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54816686997842,"sku":"Now-058","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/calciumcitraat-puur-poeder-now-foods.jpg?v=1790166967","url":"https:\/\/www.luto-supplements.nl\/en\/products\/calciumcitraat-puur-poeder-now-foods","provider":"LUTO Supplements","version":"1.0","type":"link"}