Optimal Calcium Intake: National Institutes of Health Development Conference: Proceedings, 1994

The general public and scientists have been exposed to a great deal of literature about the value of ensuring an adequate calcium intake throughout life. Results from several studies suggest that increased calcium intake is beneficial for bone health in people of different age groups, from children to the elderly. The results of this research and studies on other diseases indicate that the optimal level of calcium intake may be greater than the amount consumed by a majority of Americans. The papers at this conf. discuss and thoroughly evaluate the info. available on calcium intake and disease prevention. Participants include specialists in osteoporosis and bone health, oncology, hypertension, human nutrition, and food fortification and labeling, as well as the gen. public.