Calcium is not just for bones but it is essential to Skin

Ever since we were kids, we knew calcium is the building material of bones but were never told that, calcium mineral is the building material that holds the whole cellular structure of body. Skin is the largest organ of human body therefore calcium is integral for maintaining a good skin.

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Skin protects us from the environment and it acts as a barrier, protecting our body from pathogens, harsh environment and UV rays. Skin itself has many layers but the top layer is the one that is exposed to be seen. This is where we apply all cosmetics and expect to see glass skin where as healthy skin is a bit deeper. Calcium helps younger skin cells to mature and move to skin’s top layer. If there is a calcium deficiency then this process is compromised affecting the quality of barrier skin.

It is established that vitamin D and Vitamin K2-7 helps calcium to be absorbed by the bones, similarly for optimum skin cell growth we need Vitamin B8 or Inositol along with calcium. Inositol is produced in our kidneys by breaking down carbohydrates but it is commonly found in almonds, milk, eggs, legumes. Calcium Supplements are prescribed for dealing with skin aliments like eczema, psoriasis etc.