Biomineralization is a dynamic, complex, lifelong process by which living organisms control
precipitations of inorganic nanocrystals within organic matrices to form unique hybrid …

Background Diet-related environmental and policy interventions are being advocated at a
population level because individual change is more likely to be facilitated and sustained if …

A low vitamin D status and inadequate calcium intake are important risk factors for various
types of cancer. Ecological studies using solar UV-B exposure as an index of vitamin D3 …

Vitamin D and calcium insufficiencies are risk factors for multiple chronic diseases. Data
from 46 recent studies from Europe, North America, South-East Asia and the South Pacific …

Women of child-bearing age should achieve and maintain good nutritional status prior to
conception to help minimize health risks to both mothers and infants. Many women may not …

Background Although colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence is declining among adults aged≥
65 years, CRC incidence in younger adults has been rising. The protective role of calcium in …

Background: The 2005 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) recognized calcium,
potassium and magnesium, all found in high levels in dairy foods, among the shortfall …

The intestine is the only gate for the entry of Ca to the body in humans and mammals. The
entrance of Ca occurs via paracellular and intracellular pathways. All steps of the latter …

Background Due to the essential role of calcium in vital biological functions, diet low in
calcium (DLC) is associated with various diseases. However, there is a lack of study about …

Summary Objectives Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is a global problem. Not all patients with
VDD have clinical manifestations or secondary hyperparathyroidism. We studied the …