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Calcimate Complete Covers all the Bases of Bone Building

- Dr. Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., F.A.C.S., world-renowned neurosurgeon, author and triathlete

“Calcimate Complete is an advanced calcium formula. Adequate calcium in a healthy diet may reduce the risk of osteoporosis by improving bone density. I recommend it because it contains all the nutrients critical to bone health.”


While bone health is primarily thought to be a women’s health concern, it is important to recognize that both women and men suffer from fractures and bone-loss disease at a surprisingly high rate. And both women and men can promote bone health by supplementing with advanced calcium formulas, like Calcimate Complete.

As we grow older, the vitamins and minerals stored in our bones begin to diminish, leading to many conditions associated with aging. Calcimate Complete can replenish your body with all the nutrients necessary to bone health, including:

  • Calcium: The body uses it every day to build healthy bones and teeth. Over 99 percent of the calcium in your body is found in your bones and teeth!


  • Magnesium: Found in nuts and grains, beans, fish and meats, magnesium also helps build bones and maintain strong, healthy teeth.


  • Vitamin D-3: Your body will only manufacture vitamin D after the skin has been exposed to sunlight. Also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that promotes the body’s absorption of calcium, and is essential for normal development and the maintenance of healthy teeth bones.


  • Vitamin K: Helps the body make necessary proteins for the blood, bones and kidneys. It’s vital for blood clotting and helps the body transport calcium, known for its bone-supporting abilities. Additionally, a growing number of research studies now demonstrate that an age-related decline in vitamin K corresponds to reduced bone density.


  • MBP® (Milk Basic Protein): A functionally active protein complex isolated and purified from milk protein. Studies show MBP is effective in increasing bone density by promoting bone formation and slowing the rate of bone mass reduction.
Dr. Maroon is a member of the GNC Medical Advisory Board and endorses the GNC Preventive Nutrition line of products.



Other Bone Support Articles
USA Today: Adults Still Risk Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D: Are you getting enough?
The Many Means to Bone Building for Life
Sunlight, Supplementation Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin K Joins Calcium in the Fight for Bone Health


Healthy Recipe

Tofu Hoisin Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

The garlic and hot pepper flakes in this stir-fry are a nice foil for the sweetness of the hoisin sauce. To organize yourself, cook 1 1/2 cups rice before you begin stir-frying and keep it warm on the back burner; the stir frying will take only a few minutes.


Ingredients

Sauce:

1/3 cup (80mL) hoisin sauce

2 Tbsp (30mL) Chinese rice wine or dry sherry

1 Tbsp (15mL) sesame oil

1 Tbsp (15mL) tamari

Stir-Fry:

2 Tbsp (30mL) vegetable oil

1 pound (455g) extra-firm tofu, sliced, patted very dry, then cut into 2x1/2-inch (5x1.25cm) logs

6 garlic cloves, minced

1/8 tsp (0.5g) crushed red pepper

1 red bell pepper, cut into 3x1/2-inch (8x1.25cm) strips

1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets, stalks peeled and sliced (about 5 cups or 575g)

1/2 cup (60g) walnut halves

1/3 cup (80mL) water

Directions

Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking. Make sure tofu is patted very dry to prevent sticking. Add tofu to wok and stir-fry until lightly golden. Transfer tofu to a platter and reduce heat to medium-high.

Add a tsp of oil to the wok. Add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook 1 minute. Stir in red bell pepper, broccoli and walnuts and toss to coat with the garlic. Pour in water, toss vegetables, then cover the pan. Cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender but crunchy.

Stir in tofu, then pour on the sauce mixture. Stir-fry 1 minute or until the sauce coats everything and is thickened. Serve on rice.

Nutrition Facts
Calories: 541
Fat: 23g
% fat calories: 37%
Cholesterol: 0mg
Fiber: 8g

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