Calcium is a nutrient that should be supplement after the age of 30+, is it true?

During the 30s and beyond, it’s a period when many are focused on their careers. Often, people in this age group overlook the importance of calcium supplementation, thinking they are still strong, agile, and robust. However, beneath the seemingly robust exterior, your bone mass is gradually decreasing due to various factors such as aging of 30+, lack of calcium and vitamin D, regular consumption of coffee or alcohol, and smoking, among others. This puts you at risk of osteoporosis in the future.

Does consuming calcium supplements help to strengthen bones?
Calcium is one of the essential minerals for the process of building strong bones and teeth. It is a mineral that the body cannot produce on its own and must be obtained from food or supplements. The recommended daily intake of calcium for individuals aged 30+ or those in the workforce is 800 – 1,000 mg.

“However, research studies have found that the current average daily calcium intake among Thai people is around 400 mg, which indicates insufficient calcium intake. This leads the body to draw calcium from the stored reserves in the bones. When calcium is excessively drawn from the bones, the body becomes at risk of osteoporosis, where bone strength decreases and the risk of fractures increases, even from minor impacts.

Therefore, supplementing with calcium to support bone health is considered another good option and should be started from the age of 30+ or during this working-age period. Because when bone mass decreases as we age, we cannot regain the same density as before. However, what we can do is to promote slow bone loss and maintain bone density for as long as possible. With best wishes from Paradigm Pharma