© Copyright Bee Wilder March 30, 2015
Eggshell calcium presents healthy, balanced calcium due to trace amounts of other minerals contained in it. Eggshell calcium is probably the best natural source of calcium, and it is easier for your body to digest and absorb.
Dutch researchers have reported recently a highly positive effect of eggshell calcium (with added magnesium and vitamin D) on bone mineral density in a scientific study (double blind, placebo-controlled). Laboratory test and measures of bone density were carefully made in these studies. The eggshell supplemented group had measurable increases in bone density in their hip bones, after one year.
The ideal bone-building combination of eggshell calcium and vitamin D3 was also well documented in Japanese studies. Researchers at the Japan Women’s University, Yokyo studied a combination of vitamin D3 and eggshell powder in animals with osteoporosis. Not only was the eggshell powder with vitamin D3 able to improve bone mineral density, but it did it without significantly increasing blood calcium levels.
You can use any kind of egg (chicken, goose, duck), but it is best to use organic or certified organic eggs from free-range birds. If the bird does not get proper nutrients the eggshells won’t contain the nutrients we need.
One whole medium sized eggshell makes about one teaspoon of powder, which yields about 750 – 800 mgs of elemental calcium plus other microelements, i.e. magnesium, boron, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, sulphur, silicon, zinc, etc. There are 27 elements in total. The composition of an eggshell is very similar to that of our bones and teeth.
Elemental Amount: Eggshells contain calcium carbonate, and approximately 40% of it is absorbable. The amount absorbed is called the elemental amount.
Calcium and magnesium need to be taken in at least equal amounts, and some people require more magnesium than calcium depending upon how much calcium they obtain from foods.
It is best to take calcium and magnesium with meals to help absorb them. Minerals also require acid in order to be absorbed, so taking them with vitamin C is important.
Don’t forget that vitamin D is very important for absorbing minerals, along with vitamin A and Omega 3 fatty acid. The best source of these three nutrients is cod liver oil – see Cod Liver Oil Brand with Nutrient Levels.
In addition, all of the trace minerals, including sodium and chloride (salt) are important for mineral absorption. To keep minerals balanced ensure you take 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of ocean sea salt per day (divided into 3 meals per day), which contains over 84 minerals, i.e. Organic Unrefined Coarse Grey Sea salt which is available at iHerb – Products Bee Recommends.
There are two ways of taking eggshell calcium:
Option #1: Take the dry powdered eggshell without mixing it with lemon juice. Since it is high in minerals they won’t mixed into any liquids because they will sink to the bottom and you’ll be digging it out with a spoon. Instead put the correct amount on a dessert spoon, add some warm water and mix it as best you can, and take it from the spoon, followed by swallows of water.
Option #2: Soak the eggshell in lemon juice as instructed below. You can make more than one dose at a time but after soaking it in lemon juice keep it in a tightly covered glass container in the refrigerator so it won’t dry out.
# 1 Lemon Eggshell:
# 2 Lemon Eggshell:
Bee’s Note: The amount to take of this mixture is not easy to figure out. One eggshell (size is not stated) yields about 750 – 800 mgs of elemental calcium. Therefore 3 eggs would contain 2,250 – 2,400 mg.
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