Osteocare® also contains zinc to help in the constant regeneration of bone and to help maintain healthy muscles and nerves.Calcium is important for everyoneEnsuring an adequate intake of calcium is vital for men and women of all ages, as evidence suggests that healthy practices early in life, including the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements, contribute to greater bone strength and optimal bone mineralisation. Peak bone mass, obtained during childhood and adolescent growth is known to be of major importance in maintaining the strength and integrity of bones later in life.Calcium is vital for older womenBoth sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.Postmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:(1) bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men;(2) dietary calcium intake may decrease with age, and(3) the rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause.Calcium intake guidelines The National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) recommends the following guidelines for calcium intake