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Chelated Calcium for Enhanced AbsorptionDietary Supplement Bone Support Foundational Gluten FreeCalcium consists of one molecule of malic acid that is bound to two molecules of calcium which results in a compound that is 29-percent calcium – compared to calcium citrate which is 19-percent calcium – thus resulting in more elemental calcium per capsule.Those individuals most at risk for inadequate calcium intake are:Peri-menopausal and post-menopausal womenWomen with irregular menstruation particularly women in which this is due to prolonged athletic activity or strenuous military serviceIndividuals on a dairy-free dietVegetarians and vegans because their diets are higher in plant-derived phytates and oxalates that inhibit calcium absorptionPregnant women particularly women with a history of gestational hypertensionIndividuals on prescription and OTC medications such as antacids (H2 blockers or proton pump inhibitors) that can inhibit absorption or glucocorticoids such as prednisone that can increase calcium lossIndividuals with a vitamin D deficiency – because vitamin D is necessary for calcium absorption