Did you know that consuming too much protein increases the loss of calcium?

According to the website, Third Age, when your body digests protein, acid is created.  In order to neutralize the acid and get your body back to its correct PH balance, your bones release calcium.

The RDA for protein for an “average” woman is around 50 grams per day, or .8 grams for every 2.2 pounds of body weight.  Of course that amount increases when you are pregnant or lactating.

If you regularly eat more than twice the RDA of protein, whether it is for building muscle or for any other reason, you could be increasing you calcium needs by up to 250 mg.  Make sure you adjust your diet or supplementation accordingly!

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