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Calcium is the most abundant mineral in human body. It is essential for the development and maintenance of strong bones and teeth, where about 99% of the body's calcium is found. The remaining 1% of calcium circulates in the bloodstream, where it performs a variety of important functions. It helps to contract muscles and regulate the contractions of the heart. It plays a vital role in the transmission of nerve impulses and in blood clotting. Calcium helps in the stimulation of contractions of the uterus during childbirth and in milk production. It also regulates the secretion of various hormones and aids in the functioning of various enzymes within the body. When we take Calcium, it is absorbed in the small intestine and passes into the bloodstream and ultimately into the bones. Calcium deficiency can lead to rickets and poor blood clotting