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Calcium deficiency and remedy

 Why you need calcium Sometimes, we tend to overlook little things and eventually have to suffer the consequence later in life. One of such things people overlook is the benefits of the food they consume and the implications of not consuming certain foods at all, thereby  leading to deficiency in some essential food minerals. One of such minerals is Calcium. Our body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. Your heart, muscles and nerves also need calcium to function properly .  Signs of calcium deficiency in children  There are frequently no symptoms of hypocalcemia -(medical condition for calcium deficiency). However, if present, symptoms could include:  -Short stature  -Dry skin  -Dry hair  -Brittle nails  -Muscle cramps  -Tingling in the fingers and toes  -Cataracts  -Weakened tooth enamel    -Seizures  Signs of calcium deficiency in adults/generally *MUSCLE RELATED PROBLEMS muscle aches, c...

The relationship between food and medicine

 “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” ~Hippocrates  It's no doubt that what you choose to eat has profound effects on your overall health. While certain foods may trigger chronic health conditions, others offer strong medicinal and protective qualities. It is often said that prevention is better than cure, many nutrients in food promote health and protect your body from disease. hence, what food does is to prevent diseases while medicine helps to treat diseases when they eventually come.