Calcium - Substances that Interfere with

Introduction

This section outlines chemicals, substances and foods that are known to interfere with the function, therapeutic effects or absorption of Calcium.

Alcohols

        Alcohol (ethanol) may reduce the absorption of Calcium.  ^[1]

Alkaloids

 Caffeine may interfere with the absorption of Calcium.  ^[2]

        Nicotine may reduce Calcium absorption.

Amino Acids

 Studies have shown that EDTA (the synthetic Amino Acid used in Chelation Therapy) does not cause Calcium depletion.  One study indicates that it normalizes Calcium levels (i.e. it increases low levels, maintains normal levels and decreases high levels).  ^[3]

        High doses of Methionine may cause an increase in Calcium excretion.

Carbohydrates

 Chitosan may interfere with the absorption of Calcium.  ^[4]

        DietaryFiber may reduce Calcium absorption.  ^[5]

        Excess dietary Sucrose may increase the body's elimination of Calcium.

Ketones

 Ketones may increase the urinary excretion of Calcium.

Minerals

        Aluminium may interfere with Calcium retention and may inhibit the absorption of Calcium.  ^[6]

        Cadmium may interfere with Calcium retention.

        Iron may interfere with Calcium absorption.  ^[7]

 Fluoride may reduce the absorption of Calcium.  ^[8]

        Lead may compete with Calcium for absorption.