Vitabiotic Osteocare Chewable

Osteocare is the UK's no.1 bone health formula and has been scientifically developed on the basis of the very latest research to provide a rich source of calcium and co-factors including vitamin D which helps with the normal absorption of calcium by the body in a great tasting orange & peppermint chewable tablet.

Osteocare Chewable contains the preferred D3 form of Vitamin D. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin on exposure to sunlight. D3 is the preferred form of vitamin D because it is the specific form made in the human body and therefore more effective than D2 which is found in some supplements.

Calcium plus co-factors
Osteocare Chewable provides 100% NRV (Nutrient Reference Value) of calcium carefully combined with co-factors including vitamin D, zinc and magnesium which help to maintain normal bone health.

Calcium is important for everyone
Ensuring an adequate intake of calcium is vital for men and women of all ages, as evidence suggests that healthy practices early in life, including the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements, contribute to normal bone health and optimal bone mineralisation. Peak bone mass, obtained during childhood and adolescent growth is known to be of major importance in maintaining bones later in life. The UK Department of Health recommends that people aged 65 years and over should take a daily supplement of 10mcg of vitamin D.

Calcium is vital for older women
Both sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.

Postmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:

• Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men
• Dietary calcium intake may decrease with age
• The rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause

This Chewable formula is ideal for those who have difficulty with swallowing tablets. Getting enough calcium is especially important for men and women over 50, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and during and after the menopause.

Calcium intake guidelines
The National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) recommends the following guidelines for calcium intake

Age                                      Suggested daily calcium intake
4-6 years                              450 mg
7-10 years                            550 mg
11-18 years boys/girls         1000 / 800 mg
19+ years                             700 mg
Pregnant woman                  700 mg
Breastfeeding woman          700 + 550 mg
Based on the Department of Health Committee on the Medical Aspects of Food and Nutrition policy 1998.

Based on scientific research
The Osteocare formulation is based on the very latest international findings on the role of nutrients in normal bone health, as well as multiple large-scale scientific studies in the past 20 years.

• Suitable for vegetarians
• No artificial colours
• No preservatives
• Gluten free
• No lactose
• No salt or yeast
• Osteocare is not tested on animals

ADULTS: CHEW TWO TABLETS DAILY.
CHILDREN (4-12 YRS): CHEW ONE TABLET DAILY.
These chewable tablets are not designed to be swallowed whole. Do not exceed the recommended intake. Not recommended for children under 4 years of age. Osteocare can be continued for as long as required and can be taken with other products in the Vitabiotics range.

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Calcium Carbonate (Carrier: Maltodextrin), Magnesium Hydroxide (Carrier: Pregelatinised Starch), Dextrose Monohydrate, Sweeteners (Sucrose [Carrier: Maltodextrin], Sucralose), Flavourings (Natural Orange [Carrier: Maltodextrin], Orange Flavour Powder [Carrier: Maltodextrin, Antioxidant: D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (from Soya), Orange Oil, Flavouring, Starch Sodium Octenyl Succinate] & Natural Peppermint Flavour [Carriers: Maltodextrin, Acacia Gum]), Anti-Caking Agents: Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide & Magnesium Stearate, Zinc Oxide (Carriers: Mono & Diglycerides), Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol [Carriers: Acacia, Sucrose, Corn Starch, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Antioxidant: DL-Alpha Tocopherol]), Disodium Tetraborate Decahydrate, Copper Sulphate (Carrier: Carnauba Wax), Manganese Sulphate (Carrier: Carnauba Wax), Sodium Selenate.
Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

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