Calcium's Role in Child Growth and Development and It's Complications

Abstract

Calcium (Ca) is an important mineral used to build and maintain the skeletal system. Calcium is the body's most vital mineral. Bone and teeth contain calcium, phosphorus, and the rest of the body's calcium. This mineral aids in the creation of bones and teeth, blood coagulation and muscle contraction as well as nerve transmission and cell metabolism. Calcium deficiency in children causes physical and mental growth problems, as well as the development of Rashitisme, a kind of osteoporosis. This disorder is characterised by deformed bones, big joints, and mobility issues. Calcium shortage in adults produces osteomalacia, which causes hollow and brittle bones due to a reduction in calcium density in the bones. Vitamin D deficiency causes bone mineralization difficulties and severe muscle cramping. Calcium is required for bone and tooth development, blood coagulation, muscle contraction, nerve transmission, and cell metabolism, say the researchers. This study concluded that calcium causes bone strength. Children's meals should include enough calcium to prevent osteoporosis in adults. A new scientific barrier has been published, as well as the importance of calcium's function in the body and the repercussions of its deficiency on children's growth and development.