{"product_id":"vitabiotics-osteocare-plus-2-in-1-formula-calcium-800mg-with-vitamin-d3-magnesium-zinc-and-omega-3-bone-health-and-immunity-multivitamin-supplement-for-men-and-women-84-tablets","title":"Vitabiotics Osteocare Plus 2-in-1 Formula - Calcium 800mg with Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Zinc, and Omega-3 | Bone Health and Immunity Multivitamin Supplement for Men and Women - 84 Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare Plus combines the original Osteocare tablet with an Omega-3 Soy Isoflavones capsule in a convenient 2-in-1 dual pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare Plus tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare is the UK's No.1 calcium formula and has been scientifically developed on the basis of the very latest research to provide a rich source of calcium, magnesium, zinc and vitamin D which contribute to the maintenance of normal bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare’s unique formula provides calcium (800mg) with essential magnesium (300mg), together with other important nutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium, magnesium, Vitamin D and zinc which contribute to the maintenance of normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebones\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium also contributes to normal functioning of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enervous system\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emuscle function\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare Plus contains the preferred D3 form of Vitamin D. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin on exposure to sunlight. D3 is the preferred form of vitamin D because it is the specific form made in the human body and therefore is more effective than D2 which is found in some supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved formula now with extra vitamin D3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis improved formula provides 35μg of vitamin D3*. Alongside magnesium, calcium, zinc, plus four additional supporting nutrients. The UK Department of Health recommends that everyone should consider taking a daily supplement containing vitamin D especially during the autumn and winter. (Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/\"\u003ewww.nhs.uk\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare contains the preferred D3 form of Vitamin D. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin on exposure to sunlight. D3 is the preferred form of vitamin D because it is the specific form made in the human body and therefore is more effective than D2 which is found in some supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitabiotics’ nutritional experts have formulated Osteocare Plus with vitamin D3 derived from a natural vegan plant source (Algal).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmega-3 \u0026amp; Isoflavones capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Osteocare Plus capsule provides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional vitamin D which contributes to normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eabsorption and utilisation of calcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C which contributes to normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecollagen formation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the normal function of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebones and cartilage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential fatty acids DHA† \u0026amp; EPA†  which contribute to normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eheart function\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e†A beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250mg of DHA \u0026amp; EPA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium plus co-factors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare Plus provides 100% NRV (Nutrient Reference Value) of calcium (based on two tablets) carefully combined with co-factors, vitamin D, zinc and magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium is important for everyone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsuring an adequate intake of calcium is vital for men and women of all ages, as evidence suggests that healthy practices early in life, including the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements, contribute to greater bone strength and optimal bone mineralisation. Peak bone mass, obtained during childhood and adolescent growth is known to be of major importance in maintaining the strength and integrity of bones later in life. The UK Department of Health recommends that everyone should consider taking a daily supplement containing of vitamin D, particularly during autumn and winter. (Source: NHS Choices).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium is vital for older women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men\u003cbr\u003e- Dietary calcium intake may decrease with age\u003cbr\u003e- The rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced with essential magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare Plus’ natural source calcium is carefully balanced with essential magnesium which also contributes to the normal functioning of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enervous system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emuscle function.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHave difficulty swallowing tablets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting enough calcium is especially important for men and women over 50, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and during and after the menopause. For those that do not like swallowing tablets, Osteocare Fizz, Chewable or Liquid is an ideal alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare is proud to support the Royal Osteoporosis Society\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Osteoporosis Society is the UK’s largest national charity dedicated to bone health. They work to help the nation look after its bones and appreciate the importance of bone health for everybody. 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