The Benefits of Calcium, Headache Treatment

According to medical research, Calcium may have a role in preventing or helping with headaches. Adequate levels of Calcium in the body are crucial for various physiological functions, including the proper functioning of nerves and muscle cells. Some studies suggest that low levels of Calcium may contribute to certain types of headaches, including migraines. However, the research on the direct relationship between Calcium intake and Headache prevention is still limited and inconclusive.

Several studies have explored the potential benefits of Calcium supplementation in Headache management. A small-scale clinical trial found that participants who received Calcium supplementation experienced a reduction in the frequency and severity of migraines compared to those who received a placebo. However, other studies failed to demonstrate significant positive effects of Calcium supplementation on Headache prevention or relief. Therefore, more research is needed to understand the efficacy of Calcium supplementation specifically for preventing or alleviating headaches.

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Slow Fe has a controlled delivery system that provides high potency
iron while being gentle on your stomach, so you experience fewer GI
side effects (nausea and abdominal discomfort) common to iron use.
Slow Fe is an iron supplement for iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia
when the need for such therapy has been determined by a physician. Iron
deficiency is most common among women (approximately 12% of US women).
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
lron (elemental) 45 mg 250%
Ingredients: ferrous sulfate USP, dibasic calcium phosphate, silicified
microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, carbomer homopolymer, ascorbic acid
(preservative), magnesium stearate, tribasic calcium phosphate, polyvinyl alcohol,
polyethylene glycol, talc, titanium dioxide, red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, blue 1 lake
The 45 mg of elemental iron in each tablet is equivalent to 137 mg of ferrous sulfate.
The treatment of iron deficiency anemia should be under the advice and supervision of a doctor.
Directions: Adults: Take 1 tablet daily, or as recommended by a doctor. Tablets must be
swallowed whole. Not intended for use in children.
Do not use:
0 if you are taking other supplements containing iron
v for more than six months unless directed by your doctor
Consult a doctor before use if you are pregnant or nursing.
Oral iron supplements:
- may interfere with absorption of certain oral antibiotics (e.g., tetracycline) and other
medications. These products should not be taken within two (2) hours of each other.
- may cause occasional bowel effects such as constipation
WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal
poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of
accidental overdose, call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately.
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