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 an essential body mineral, but excessive calcium can be harmful. About 99% of the body's calcium are stored in the bones. The rest is located in the blood and tis â¦ sue fluids.Calcium is necessary for blood clotting, containing cells, and neuromuscular functions.ithout the proper secretion of calcitonin, hypercalcemia occurs; a harmful rise in blood calcium level. Hypercalcemia can lead to kidney stones because the urinary system retains calcium, additionally increasing blood calcium levels.