Health

Calcium intake and absorption: Are you getting enough?

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. About 1% of the body's calcium is used for metabolic functions, such as vascular contraction and dilation, muscle function, blood clotting, heart rhythm, nerve transmission, ...

Oncology & Cancer

The lesser-known health benefit of Dry January: Cancer prevention

As we begin 2024, resolutions to eat healthier and exercise more are likely on many minds. This year, you may consider adding another: Reducing alcohol or taking a break altogether. Many people have also started to participate ...

Gastroenterology

Key protein helps infant mice absorb more calcium from breast milk

A key protein known as claudin-2, which lines the intestinal epithelial cells of infant mice, helps them absorb more calcium from breast milk, according to a new study published in the journal Function titled "Maternal epidermal ...

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Absorption

Absorption may refer to:

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