Bob Jones University is a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), [15935 Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551; Telephone: (434) 525-9539; email: info@tracs.org] having been awarded Reaffirmation I of its Accredited Status as a Category IV institution by the TRACS Accrediting Commission on November 8, 2011.
What is calcium and what does it do? Calcium is a mineral found in many foods. The body needs calcium to maintain strong bones and to carry out many important functions. Almost all calcium is stored in bones and teeth, where it supports their structure and hardness. The body also needs calcium for muscles to move and for nerves to carry messages between the brain and every body part.
Calcium is a chemical element which is essential for living organisms, including humans. Calcium's chemical symbol is Ca. It is found in many foods. We need to consume a certain amount of calcium to build and maintain strong bones and healthy communication between the brain and various parts of the body.The National Health Service (NHS) 1, UK, says there is more calcium in the human body than any other mineral.itamin D helps our bodies absorb and retain calcium in the bones. According to the NIH (National Institutes of Health) 3, approximately 43% of all American adults take dietary supplements - 70% of adult females do. Users increase their calcium daily intake by about an average of 300 mg per day through supplements.