Product Description

Osteoporosis is now recognised as the world's second-largest health problem, after cardiovascular disease.2 Yet research tells us that only a small percentage of teens in their bone-forming years (ages 12-19) get enough calcium.³

A 3-tablet serving of Nutrilite® Cal Mag D provides the calcium equivalent of 600ml of milk, as well as magnesium to help regulate calcium levels. It also provides vitamin C to promote collagen formation for bone strength; copper to promote bone and collagen strength; and zinc to support bone growth and maturation.

We use three calcium sources and added vitamin D for greater absorption.

¹ Chart is based on internet and label claims, June 5, 2006. Calculations based on calcium levels claimed on the label. Amounts over 100% may be due to overages. Single serving of product was analysed using USP test method 711. Product was agitated gently (75 rpm) in simulated stomach fluid, 0.1 N HCl, at 37 degrees Celsius for 45 minutes. The test was repeated 3 times, with results averaged.

² Women's lifetime risk for an osteoporotic fracture is 30-40% and men's is 13%.

³Regular exercise and a healthy diet with enough calcium help teen and young adult women maintain good bone health and may reduce their high risk for osteoporosis later in life.

Product Benefits

A 3-tablet serving of Cal Mag D provides:

•		Magnesium to help regulate calcium levels.
•		Vitamin C to promote collagen formation for bone strength.
•		Copper to promote bone and collagen strength.
•		Zinc to support bone growth and maturation.
•		The calcium equivalent of 600ml of milk.
•		No added artificial colours, flavours  or preservatives.

Advisories and Precautions

Children under 12 years of age, pregnant women or nursing mothers, or anyone with a medical condition should consult with a physician before using this product. Keep out of reach of children.

Use Instructions

Teens and women: Take 1-3 tablets a day, with meals.
Men: Take 1-2 tablets a day, with meals.

We all need lots of calcium, but do some groups need more than others?

Children, teens, and young adults need the highest amounts for their growing and maturing bodies. Building good bone mass while young can have great benefits in later life. Pregnant women and nursing mothers need more to serve the needs of their babies as well as their own. Older adults need more calcium.

What is osteoporosis?

It's a condition of weak, brittle, porous bones. In South Africa, osteoporosis – which causes the bones to weaken and break easily – strikes one in three women over 50 (more than breast cancer) and one in five men (more than prostate cancer), heedless of race, class, gender and often, age.

Within one year after a hip fracture, up to 20% of people die, 15% - 20% need to be institutionalised and 50% of the remainder will not be able to lead an independent life.

Why does  Nutrilite combine calcium with magnesium in Cal Mag D?

Both are involved in bone metabolism and muscle and nerve activity. Research indicates that supplementing with calcium alone can hinder the action of magnesium and vice versa.   Nutrilite Cal Mag D provides a balanced combination of both minerals.