Calcium, the secret to calm

This article is excerpted from the highly acclaimed Book by Steven Stephens, Director of Research at the ADD Research Institute.  This book is available Free to
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Foreword by Jonathan Bennett - "We have seen countless families use calcium in a very specific way to eliminate hyperactivity and restore balance and calm. I encourage you to read this article at least twice… it is packed with useful information."

Calcium comprises of almost 1.6% of the human body weight. It acts as the human glue that binds the whole body together. Compared to other ions, the calcium ion has the ability to hold on to a single water molecule along with 7 other molecules. Calcium ion has the right size thus giving them the ability to easily move through human body cells. In the process, the calcium ions take a series of nutrients inside the cells and leave to get more nutrients.

However, according to many scientists, the human body starts exhausting its calcium reserves. Only compounds of mono-ortho-calcium phosphate act as a chemical buffer for the blood and maintain the alkaline level in the blood. Devoid of these compounds there could be high possibilities of the human body giving in to the depletion, thus resulting in instant death. Therefore, to make sure the body is supplied with sufficient calcium from time to time everyone is expected to consume a specific proportion of calcium. If not, the body would start drawing calcium from the bones and teeth which have 98% and 1% deposits of calcium respectively.

Calcium Deficiency and You

Calcium is an essential nutrient. Over 80 studies demonstrate that the more calcium we consume the more stable and low our blood pressure would be. However, in certain cases, if there is a deficiency of calcium in children, it could induce ADD/ADHD behavior. First signs of calcium deficiency include cramps, irregular stomach movements, painful joints and tingling in the legs and arms. Children suffering from calcium deficiency exhibit, inattentiveness, anger, sleep disturbances and irritability.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD as it’s commonly known as is a common behavioral disorder noticed among children in their preschool years (2 yr old kids). The child doesn’t eat particular type or any type of food and is cranky about his/her eating habits. Moreover, these behavioral disorders might harm the child and give arise to more complexities in the long run.

Furthermore, this self-restricted diet also means the child is deprived of the essential nutrients necessary for growth. Over time, reduction of essential minerals like calcium, zinc, magnesium etc gives rise to lower bone density and smaller stature. A persistent condition of calcium deficiency could lead to a larger negative impact on the health of the child.

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