Osteocare Original
Osteocare Original is the first brand of calcium supplement formula in the United Kingdom. It supports you with calcium and co-factors including vitamin D which helps with the normal absorption of calcium by your body. Osteocare Original is officially accepted by both the Vegan and the Vegetarian Society.
New Improved formula with vitamin D3
This new formula has been developed with the latest guidelines for bone health and vitamin D which recommend regular intake of 25μg of vitamin D3* with calcium, magnesium, and zinc.
Osteocare contains vitamin D3, which is the best form of vitamin D. Vitamin D3, which is called cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin when exposed to sunlight.
It is a specific form of vitamin D made in the human body, so it is more effective than D2 which is found in other supplements.
The nutritional experts of Vitabiotics’ have developed Osteocare Original with vitamin D3 derived from vegan plant source (Algal).
Calcium plus co-factors
Osteocare Original supports you with 100% of the Nutrient Reference Value of calcium combined with co-factors such as zinc, vitamin D, and magnesium, which help to maintain optimum health of your bones.
Calcium is important for everyone
Men and women of all ages should ensure an adequate intake of calcium. As the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements contributes to normal bone health and mineralization. Peak bone mass during childhood and adolescence is very important in maintaining bones later in life. The United Kingdom Department of Health recommends that everyone should take a daily supplement of vitamin D, specifically in winter and autumn.
Calcium is necessary for older women
Men and women lose bone mass with age, but post-menopausal women lose bone mass faster than men due to:
- Bone minerals are usually lower in women than in men.
- The rate of bone loss fastens at and after menopause.
- Dietary calcium intake usually decreases with age.
What to do if I find swallowing tablets difficult?
You can use chewable tablets if you have difficulty swallowing tablets. Osteocare Chewable tablets include the same levels of calcium, magnesium, and zinc which is important for normal bone health. Enough calcium is particularly important during pregnancy, breastfeeding and for men and women over 50, as well as during and after menopause.
Calcium intake guidelines
The Royal Osteoporosis Society recommends taking calcium with the following guidelines:
| Age |
Recommended daily calcium intake |
| Breastfeeding women |
700 + 550 mg |
| Pregnant woman |
700 mg |
| 19+ years |
700 mg |
| 11-18 years boys/girls |
1000 / 800 mg |
| 7-10 years |
550 mg |
| 4-6 years |
450 mg |
| 1-3 years |
350 mg |
|
0-12 months
(non-breastfed infants only)
|
525 mg |
This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician, pharmacist, or other qualified health professionals regarding any medical condition.
