Often we do not realize we are putting our body to the test. Excessive exertion, stress, an unregulated life, smoking and alcohol could have negative consequences on our health.
Even a sedentary lifestyle and incorrect eating habits could favor the onset of some pathologies.
We all know how important physical activity is. It is not necessary to go to the gym, but even simple walks in the fresh air could help you lose weight and prevent some serious illnesses.
Proper nutrition would also help to stay fit and provide the body with a series of essential nutrients. Let’s talk about proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, etc.
The lack or excessive intake of these nutrients could have more or less serious consequences.
An important mineral found in the bones
When these elements are deficient or in excess, our body sends us clear signals. For example, the low concentration could be due to the lack of this mineral. But even sudden headaches could be the cause of excess of this vitamin.
When we talk about mineral salts we are referring to substances that we normally take in through our diet. This is why eating healthy foods is very important.
A fundamental mineral for our body is calcium, which is 99% found in the bones.
It is essential for bone structure and tooth health. But it also intervenes on blood coagulation, on the functioning of nerve cells and on many other aspects of our body.
Asleep fingers, muscle weakness and poor appetite are symptoms that could indicate a lack of this essential mineral
According to the Istituto Superiore di Sanità, the daily calcium requirement depends on age and would be:
- 800 milligrams for adults;
- 800 / 1,200 milligrams for children and young people;
- 000 / 1,200 milligrams for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
It is essential to get calcium through proper nutrition. The foods that we absolutely must never miss are milk, yoghurt and aged cheeses. But also green leafy vegetables (cabbage, broccoli, etc.), dried legumes, some fish, shellfish and sesame seeds.
The first symptoms of a calcium deficiency are asleep fingers, muscle weakness and poor appetite. In the long term it could lead to osteoporosis, therefore to the fragility of the bones and an increased risk of fractures. That is why it is necessary to take calcium from a young age.