Nutrition and Eggshell Quality.

Adequate consumption of calcium, phosphorus,

trace minerals (e.g., zinc, magnesium, manganese, and copper), and vitamin D3 is essential
for eggshell quality.

(plants that will benefit)

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/plants-would-benefit-crushed-eggshells-40104.html

Do You Know
Nutrition: Egg shell
membrane a rich
source of calcium
 By Phylis Canion

 Jul 3, 2012

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What exactly is eggshell membrane and is there any truth to using

eggshell membrane for joint pain?
Eggshell is made almost entirely (about 97 percent) of calcium carbonate
crystals. It is a semipermeable membrane that allows air and moisture to
pass through as many as 17,000 pores.

The shell has a thin outermost coating called the bloom that keeps out
dust and bacteria. Just inside the hard shell are two membranes known
as the inner and outer shell membranes that surround the albumen, the
egg white. These two membranes provide defense against bacterial
invasion and are made partly of keratin.

The outer membrane sticks to the eggshell while the inner membrane
sticks to the albumen. Eggshell membrane is the richest source of natural
glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, collagen and calcium,
constituents needed to rebuild cartilage and connective tissue.

According an article in the Journal of Clinical Interventions in Aging in

2009, about 140 million adults in the United States, may have a joint or
connective tissue disorder. The article states that two open-label pilot
studies results showed that taking 500 milligrams of natural eggshell
membrane supplements, once daily, decreased joint pain.

In a similar article published in Clinical Rheumatology, the study found

that natural eggshell membrane supplements were effective for reducing
pain and stiffness in the knee from osteoarthritis. Researchers stated
that natural eggshell membrane supplements are safe, although egg
allergy must be taken into consideration.

Reaction to eating eggs, if you are sensitive, varies greatly but the most
common reaction is hives. Other reactions may include nausea, chest
tightness, inflammation, cramps, coughing and shortness of breath. And
as I always recommend, be sure to visit with your physician before taking
any supplements.
 Thought for the week: Your attitude determines your future.

The next free nutrition class will be at 7 p.m. July 9 at Organic

Emporium, 2918 N. Laurent St.

Phylis B. Canion is a doctor of naturopathic medicine and is a certified

nutritional consultant, email her at doc.phyl@yahoo.com. This column is
for nutritional information only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or
cure.

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Calcium plays a very important role in plant growth and nutrition, as well as in cell wall
deposition. The primary roles of calcium: As a soil amendment, calcium helps to maintain
chemical balance in the soil, reduces soil salinity, and improves water penetration

Calcium deficiency symptoms appear initially as localized tissue necrosis leading to stunted
plant growth, necrotic leaf margins on young leaves or curling of the leaves, and eventual
death of terminal buds and root tips. Generally, the new growth and rapidly growing tissues of
the plant are affected first

calcium is most important for the growth process. It has a regulating effect in the cells and
contributes to the stability of theplant.

Calcium deficiency symptoms appear initially as localized tissue necrosis leading to

stunted plant growth, necrotic leaf margins on young leaves or curling of the leaves, and
eventual death of terminal buds and root tips. Generally, the new growth and rapidly growing
tissues of the plant are affected first.]
Fertilizer. Above: When tilled into the soil, groundeggshells provide your plants with calcium.
Though nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are most vital for healthy growth, calcium is also
essential for building healthy “bones”—the cell walls of a plant. Without
it, plants cannot grow as fast, and, in the case of some vegetables like tomatoes and squash,
fruit will develop blossom end rot because there is simply not enough building material (calcium)
coming into the plant. Using eggshells in the vegetable garden compost can help prevent this

Without it, plants cannot grow as fast, and, in the case of some vegetables like tomatoes and
squash, fruit will develop blossom end rot because there is simply not enough building material
(calcium) coming into the plant. Using eggshells in the vegetable garden compost
can help prevent this

Eggshells are rich in calcium and other minerals that help your garden thrive.
Crusheggshells into tiny pieces and use them as compost. Drop an eggshell into a small
container of apple cider vinegar and let it soak for a couple of days. Dab the mixture on minor
skin irritations or on itchy skin.

Eggshells Powerful Benefits, Effective Uses In Our Garden

Undeniable that egg contains numerous nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, but
eggshells can be also disposed in an effective way in the garden.

The egg is also considered as one of the most nutritious food in the world because
it contains a lot of nutrients, which have beneficial effects on the body. Eggs were
commonly used for culinary purposes and it is also one of the most eaten food for
breakfast in the morning.

Eggshells contain a great amount of calcium and it can be decomposing very

quickly without any effort. Crumbled eggshell can be directly applied to the plant
for a healthier growth progress. Those shells contain minerals that are effective in
growing plants including peppers and tomatoes.

Eggshells contain a great amount of calcium and it can be decomposing very

quickly without any effort. Crumbled eggshell can be directly applied to the plant
for a healthier growth progress. Those shells contain minerals that are effective in
growing plants including peppers and tomatoes.