Gut-friendly Calcium
Key Benefits:
Supports healthy bones and teeth
Supports normal muscle and nerve function
Dosage & Intake:
Serving: 2 capsules daily (30-day supply)
Provides: 370 mg elemental calcium from 1,274 mg DimaCal® dicalcium malate
SAHPRA-licenced manufacturer
Proudly South African
Product Description
Calcium is an essential mineral involved in maintaining healthy bones and teeth, supporting muscle contraction, nerve signalling and normal blood clotting.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, calcium plays an important role in supporting your baby's development and maintaining your own bone health. While your body adapts to meet these demands, getting enough calcium through your diet remains important.
This product provides 370 mg of elemental calcium from DimaCal®, a branded form of dicalcium malate, in a convenient capsule format.
We chose DimaCal® as a non-carbonate source of calcium and developed our capsules with digestive comfort and ease of use in mind.
Recommended for: Adults looking to supplement their dietary calcium intake, including women trying to conceive, pregnant or breastfeeding who may not consistently obtain enough calcium through food.
How to Use
Take two capsules daily with water, with or without food.
Calcium can be taken at any time of day. Choose a time that works for your routine.
If you also take iron supplements, take them at a different time of day to minimise potential interference with iron absorption.
If taking prescription medication, check with your healthcare practitioner about appropriate timing.
Safety and Interactions
Allergens: No allergens intentionally added. Manufactured in a facility that also processes eggs, milk, fish, soy, gluten-containing cereals and nuts.
Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use in children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact a healthcare provider or poison control centre.
Please consult your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition or take regular medication.
Do not take Moment Daily Calcium if you have:
- A known allergy to any ingredient.
- High blood calcium levels (hypercalcaemia), unless specifically directed by your doctor.
Speak to your doctor before taking Moment Daily Calcium if you have:
- Kidney disease or a history of recurrent kidney stones.
- A condition affecting calcium metabolism, including disorders of the parathyroid glands.
- Any chronic medical condition requiring ongoing treatment.
Medication and supplement interactions:
- Iron: Calcium may interfere with iron absorption when taken together. Take iron and calcium supplements at different times of day.
- Thyroid medication: Calcium can reduce the absorption of levothyroxine. Your healthcare practitioner can advise on appropriate separation.
- Other prescription medications: Certain antibiotics, osteoporosis medications and other treatments may interact with calcium supplements.
- Other calcium supplements: Consider your total daily intake from food, prenatal supplements, antacids and other calcium-containing products.
Possible side effects:
Calcium supplements may cause constipation, bloating, gas or nausea in some people.
Excessive calcium intake can cause elevated blood calcium levels, which may lead to increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea or weakness.
Do not exceed the recommended serving. The established upper intake limit for calcium from all sources is 2,500 mg/day for adults aged 19-50, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, and 2,000 mg/day for adults aged 51 and older.
This is not an exhaustive list. Please refer to our full Patient Information Leaflet for more detail.
Benefits
Healthy Bones & Teeth
Calcium is a major structural component of bones and teeth. Adequate intake helps maintain their strength and supports normal skeletal development.
Muscle Function
Calcium plays an essential role in muscle contraction and relaxation, contributing to normal muscle function throughout the body.
Nervous System Function
Calcium helps nerve cells communicate by participating in the release of neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers involved in nerve signalling.
Normal Blood Clotting
Calcium contributes to the normal blood-clotting process, helping the body respond appropriately to injury.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Calcium supports the development of your baby's bones and teeth. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, your body adapts to meet these demands, making adequate dietary calcium important for both you and your baby.
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Gut-friendly Calcium
Product
Why is calcium important during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Calcium is needed for your baby's developing bones and teeth, as well as normal muscle and nerve function.
During pregnancy, your body increases calcium absorption to help meet your baby's needs. During breastfeeding, calcium is also supplied through breast milk, with your body adapting to support this demand.
For women aged 19-50, the recommended calcium intake remains 1,000 mg per day during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Getting enough calcium from food, and supplementing when necessary, helps meet these nutritional needs.
Why does Moment provide 370 mg of calcium rather than 1,000 mg?
The recommended daily intake of 1,000 mg includes calcium from both food and supplements.
Many women already obtain a meaningful amount of calcium through their diet. Supplementation can help make up the difference when dietary intake is insufficient.
We chose 370 mg as a practical supplemental dose, delivered in two capsules, rather than attempting to provide your entire daily calcium requirement through supplementation alone.
The amount of additional calcium you need depends on your diet and individual circumstances.
What is DimaCal®, and why does Moment use it?
DimaCal® is a branded form of dicalcium malate developed by Balchem.
It combines calcium with malic acid and provides approximately 29% elemental calcium by weight.
We chose DimaCal® because it offers a concentrated, non-carbonate source of calcium suitable for capsule formulations. We also selected DimaCal® with digestive comfort in mind.
As with any mineral supplement, absorption and gastrointestinal tolerance can vary between individuals.
Can't I get enough calcium through food?
Absolutely. Food is an important source of calcium, and many people can meet their daily requirements through their diet.
Good sources include milk, yoghurt, cheese, calcium-fortified plant milks, calcium-set tofu and certain fish eaten with their bones.
However, dietary intake may be lower if you avoid dairy, eat few calcium-rich foods or have dietary restrictions.
This product offers a convenient way to supplement your intake when needed.
Why does Moment offer calcium separately?
Calcium takes up considerable space in supplement formulations, which can limit how much is included in a multivitamin.
Offering calcium separately provides flexibility. You can consider your dietary intake and any calcium already included in your prenatal or multivitamin before deciding whether additional supplementation is appropriate.
Usage and safety
Is Moment's Calcium suitable when trying to conceive, during pregnancy and while breastfeeding?
Calcium is an essential mineral throughout all these life stages.
Moment's Calcium can help supplement dietary calcium intake when needed. It does not replace a balanced diet or automatically mean that additional calcium is necessary.
Discuss your individual requirements with your healthcare provider during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Can I take it alongside Moment Prenatal Core?
Yes, provided the combined amount is appropriate for your nutritional needs.
Prenatal Core already contains calcium, so additional supplementation may not always be necessary.
Check the calcium content of your Prenatal Core and consider your intake from food before adding Daily Calcium.
Can I take calcium alongside iron?
Calcium may reduce iron absorption when the two are taken together.
For this reason, we recommend taking separate calcium and iron supplements at different times of day.
Should I take calcium with food or on an empty stomach?
Take two capsules daily with water, with or without food.
Taking calcium alongside a meal may help with gastrointestinal comfort and absorption. You can also split the serving between meals if preferred.
Are there any side effects?
Calcium supplements are generally well tolerated at recommended doses, but some people experience constipation, bloating, gas or nausea.
Taking more calcium than you need may increase the risk of adverse effects, particularly if you have certain kidney or calcium-metabolism conditions.
Consider your total intake from food, other supplements and calcium-containing medicines.
Orders and shipping
How long does delivery take?
Delivery typically takes 2-4 business days from your order date. If we are experiencing unexpected delays we will inform you.
What are the shipping costs?
We offer free shipping on all orders over R900. Orders under R900 will be charged a flat rate of R130.
Where do you ship to?
We ship to all South African destinations and outlying areas covered by the usual courier companies. If you're unsure whether your location is covered, email us at hello@thismoment.co.za and we'll advise.
Delivery to parcel lockers or store collection can be arranged on special request for particularly remote destinations.
Money-back guarantee
Why do you have a money-back guarantee?
We want you to shop with absolute confidence. By removing financial risk, we make it easy for you to try our products and experience their quality firsthand. We stand completely behind what we make, and if you are not entirely satisfied, we believe you shouldn't have to pay for it.
What does the money-back guarantee cover?
If you're a first-time customer and you're not satisfied with your first order, you can request a refund within 20 days of delivery, even if you've opened or used the product.
How do I claim it?
Email hello@thismoment.co.za within 20 days of delivery with your name, order number, delivery address, and reason for the request. We'll review and, if approved, refund you within 10 business days.
Does this apply to every order?
It's limited to one refund per customer and household, on your first order only. It doesn't cover repeat orders, subscription renewals, or extra units of the same product in that first order. Shipping costs aren't refundable under this guarantee.