Calcium

A basic element found in nearly all tissues. It is a member of the alkaline earth family of metals with the atomic symbol Ca, atomic number 20, and atomic weight 40. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and combines with phosphorus to form calcium phosphate in the bones and teeth. It is essential for the normal functioning of nerves and muscles and plays a role in blood coagulation (as factor IV) and in many enzymatic processes.

299 PubMed studies analyzed · 62 RCTs · Evidence Score: 55.2

Research Domains

Calcium has been studied across 17 research domains including 🦴 Bone & Joint, 🧬 Hormones, ❤️ Cardiovascular, 😴 Sleep, 🫘 Kidney. The primary research focus is 🦴 Bone & Joint with 99% of studies addressing this area.

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This evidence profile for Calcium is generated deterministically from 299 PubMed-indexed studies. All data is corpus-verified with Merkle proofs. BiohacksAI does not provide medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.