Frequently Asked Questions about AlgaeCal Products

1. What is AlgaeCal, and where is it from?
2. Where can I buy AlgaeCal products?
3. Does AlgaeCal ship world wide?
4. Is AlgaeCal clinically proven to grow bone?
5. How many AlgaeCal capsules should I take and when to take them?
6. What ingredients are in AlgaeCal Plus?
7. How much elemental calcium is there in each capsule of AlgaeCal Plus?
8. Do you have to take both AlgaeCal and Strontium Boost?
9. How many bottles of AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost do I need for a 3 or 6 month supply?
10. Has anyone had a reaction or side effect from taking AlgaeCal?
11. Has anyone had a reaction or side effect from taking AlgaeCal?
12. Does AlgaeCal offer a guarantee?
13. Are there any exceptions to the AlgaeCal guarantee?

*If you still have questions about AlgaeCal products please see the Contact AlgaeCal Page

What is AlgaeCal, and where is it from?

AlgaeCal is a unique plant source calcium and mineral complex derived from a South American marine algae called Algas Calcareas.  AlgaeCal is a natural occurring mixture of bone building nutrients, containing calcium, magnesium and several other proven bone supporting ingredients such as boron, silicon and strontium.

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Where can I buy AlgaeCal products?

AlgaeCal products are available in select retail stores across North America and are available world wide by placing an order online or by phone.  To place an order through our web site please visit our secure order page,

To place an order by phone please call 1-800-820-0184 (North America) and for international calls +1 604-877-2226.

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Does AlgaeCal ship world wide?

Yes AlgaeCal ships world wide.  To place an order through our web site please visit our secure order page.

To place an order by phone please call 1-800-820-0184 (North America) and for international calls +1 604-877-2226.

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Is AlgaeCal clinically proven to grow bone?

Yes, AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost are clinically proven to increase bone mineral density.  You can see all of the clinical evidence by reviewing the AlgaeCal Bone Health Study.

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How many AlgaeCal capsules should I take and when to take them?

For bone health maintenance it is recommended to take 3 capsules a day.  It is best to take 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast and 1 in the evening with dinner.

If you are actively trying to grow bone because you have been diagnosed with osteopenia, osteoporosis or you are at risk of developing osteoporosis then it is recommended to take 4 capsules a day.  It is best to take 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast and 2 in the evening with dinner.

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What ingredients are in AlgaeCal Plus?

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How much elemental calcium is there in each capsule of AlgaeCal Plus?

Each capsule of AlgaeCal Plus contains 180 mg of elemental calcium, so if you are taking the recommended daily serving you would be getting 720 mg of elemental calcium per day.

Research shows that the average American gets 600 mg of calcium per day from their diet, if an individual’s recommended daily intake for calcium is 1000 mg then they would only need to 3 capsules of AlgaeCal Plus per day.

To determine how much calcium you are getting from your diet, try using our Bone Health Calculator Software

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Do you have to take both AlgaeCal and Strontium Boost?

If you are actively trying to grow bone because you have been diagnosed with osteopenia, osteoporosis or you are at risk of developing osteoporosis then it is recommended to take AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost.  Make sure to take AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost at separate times of the day as the two compete for absorption.

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How many bottles of AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost do I need for a 3 or 6 month supply?

For bone health maintenance you would only need 1 bottle per month of AlgaeCal Plus.

If you are actively trying to grow bone you would need 4 bottles of AlgaeCal Plus and 3 bottles of Strontium Boost for a 3 month supply.  For a 6 month supply you would need 8 bottles of AlgaeCal Plus and 6 bottles of Strontium Boost.

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Has anyone had a reaction or side effect from taking AlgaeCal?

We have had no reported side effects from customers taking AlgaeCal products and we have not seen any reported side effects from our clinical study participants.

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What is the iodine level in algaeCal?  I take a thyroide supplement and cannot take kelp?

AlgaeCal is a marine algae, not a seaweed or kelp.  Our most recent lot of AlgaeCal contained 7.33 parts per million of iodine, which translates to a total of 17.5 micrograms in the recommended daily dose of 4 capsules ( 4.4 micrograms per capsule).

For comparison sake, see the chart below that lists the iodine content of various foods per 100 grams.  AlgaeCal has only slightly more iodine than dairy products and Kelp has more iodine than iodized salt.

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Does AlgaeCal offer a guarantee?

Yes, AlgaeCal comes with a 180 day double your money back guarantee.  If you get your self a DEXA scan to assess your bone mineral density, then take AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost as directed for 180 days, then have another DEXA scan done to measure the results of the AlgaeCal Bone Health Program.

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Are there any exceptions to the AlgaeCal guarantee?

Our guarantee does not apply to the following situations.

1. Prescription Drugs - If you are taking corticosteroid drugs like prednisone, or anti-depressant drugs such as Zoloft and Prozac, they increase bone loss significantly.

2. Bisphosphonate Drug use (such as Fosamax, Evista or Boniva) for a period of several months and then stopping results in poor quality bone which needs to be replaced requiring additional time. If you start the AlgaeCal Bone Health Program, the first six months may be dedicated to replacing the poor bone before building regular bone mass.

3. Early Post-menopause – The first five years after the onset of menopause results in rapidly falling bone density.

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*If you still have questions about AlgaeCal products please see the Contact AlgaeCal Page