C is for...Calcium! BooksByBexx August Challenge

Everyone should pay attention the their calcium consumption, but vegans and vegan women in particular need to keep a closer watch on their daily intake.



According to the National Institute of Health, 78% of women over 20 don't consume enough calcium on a daily basis. Calcium is essential for bone strength, proper blood clotting, muscle and nerve functions.




This pocket sized book entitled "How I Get My Calcium" contains a short list of dairy-free calcium sources, the amount of calcium per serving, and % daily value. Also included is information on how much calcium the average person needs each day, and a list of resources on vegetarian and vegan nutrition.

Proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to the Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary, home to Dylan, a cow rescued from a dairy farm.

The book comes in 3 colors - red, blue, and green, and is available in hardback or paperback format. For more information, visit BooksByBexx's etsy shop at http://www.thisisbexx.etsy.com/