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depends on calcium.
To perform these vital functions, the body needs a regular supply of calcium. When individuals do not consume enough of this vital mineral in the diet, the body eventually will remove calcium from the bones. This process is thought to contribute to the weakness and brittleness of bones found in many older people.
How much is enough to keep one healthy? This depends on a variety of factors. The body adapts to fluctuations in calcium intake, becoming more efficient at absorbing it when intake drops or need increases, such as during pregnancy and lactation.
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