The Spartans were a society of warrior-heroes who were the living exemplars of such core values as duty, discipline, self-sacrifice, and extreme toughness. This book, written by one of the worldâs leading experts on Sparta, traces the rise and fall of Spartan society and explores the tremendous influence the Spartans had on their world and even on ours.
Dietary supplements may contain only calcium or calcium with other nutrients such as vitamin D. Check the label on the Supplement Facts panel to determine the amount of calcium. Calcium absorption is best when taken in amounts of no more than 500 mg at a time.ALCIUM AND DAIRY PRODUCTS. Many foods contain calcium, but dairy products are the best source. Milk and dairy products such as yogurt, cheeses, and buttermilk contain a form of calcium that your body can absorb easily.
Calcium is a mineral that gives strength to your bones. Calcium is also necessary for many of your bodyâs functions, such as blood clotting and nerve and muscle function.During the teenage years (particularly ages 11-15), your bones are developing quickly and are storing calcium so that your skeleton will be strong later in life. Most basic multivitamin/mineral tablets have very little calcium in them. 2  Look for a calcium supplement that has vitamin D added. 3  Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. 4  Avoid âoyster shellâ or ânatural sourceâ calcium supplements.