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Is calcium a trace mineral?


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Calcium:

  1. Trace minerals are minerals found in trace amounts in living tissues.
  2. No, calcium is not a trace element.
  3. It is needed in large quantities in our body.
  4. Calcium is needed for healthy bones and teeth and is important for muscle contraction, blood coagulation, nerve function, hormone secretion, etc.
  5. The main minerals used and stored in large quantities in the body are calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and sulfur.

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