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Why does the body need calcium?
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For a lot of reasons: Calcium plays a vital role in body function. It regulates muscle contraction, nerve conduction and bone health among others.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Ca+: Bones need it to get stronger.
Answered 5/24/2015
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