ESC® – the natural choice for bone health

ESC® (Eggshell Calcium) is one of nature’s purest and most absorbable forms of calcium. ESC® naturally combines ultra-pure calcium carbonate with inherent transport proteins for maximum absorption and essential trace minerals for increasing bone mineral density. ESC® is the natural choice for BONE HEALTH.

ESM Technologies is an industry leader providing innovative ingredients to revolutionize bone health products. ESC® is a unique, 100% natural source of calcium. ESC®’s high elemental calcium (allowing for a smaller dose), and superior bioavailability provide distinct advantages as a bone health ingredient.

The ESC® Advantage – Your Ideal Source for Calcium:

• More than 50X lower than Prop 65 lead level limits when tested at the full daily value for calcium of 1,000 mg per day.
• Nearly 20% more absorbable than other forms of Calcium Carbonate.¹
• Transporter proteins in eggshell calcium significantly enhance bioavailability.²
• Multiple human clinical trials have shown the effectiveness of eggshell calcium in improving bone mineral density.^3-7
• High elemental calcium (minimum 35%) provides greater formulation flexibility.
• Ultra-Pure ESC® is lower in Heavy Metals than any other natural calcium source making it California Prop 65 compliant.⁸
• Non-chemical, eco-friendly manufacturing process in an FDA regulated GMP facility.
• Natural ultra-refined eggshell calcium avoids typical digestive discomfort.
• Provides a pure all natural source of calcium that appeals to the growing consumer demand for natural products.

ESC® is a unique form of calcium ideal for use in bone health supplements and any product desiring to increase calcium levels to appeal to health conscious consumers.

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References

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2. Daengprok W, Garnjanagoonchorn W, Naivikul O, Pornsinlpatip P, Issigonis K and Mine Y: Chicken eggshell matrix proteins enhance calcium transport in the human intestinal epithelial cells, Caco-2. J Agric Food Chem 2003, 51(20):6056-6061.

3. Deroisy R, Zartarian M, Meurmans L, et al: Acute Changes in Serum Calcium and Parathyroid Hormone Circulating Levels Induced by the Oral Intake of Five Currently Available Calcium Salts in Healthy Male Volunteers. Clin Rheum 1997, 16(3):249-253.

4. Rovensky J, Stancikova M, Masaryk P, Svik K and Istok R: Eggshell calcium in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Int J Clin Pharmacol Res 2003, 23:83-92.

5. Schaafsma A and Pakan I: Short-term effects of a chicken egg shell powder enriched dairy-based products on bone mineral density in persons with osteoporosis or osteopenia. Bratisl Lek Listy 1999, 100:651-656.

6. Schaafsma A, van Doormaal JJ, Muskiet FA, Hofstede GJ, Pakan I and van der Veer E: Positive effects of a chicken eggshell powder-enriched vitamin-mineral supplement on femoral neck bone mineral density in healthy late post-menopausal Dutch women. Br J Nutr 2002, 87:267-275.

7. Makai E and Chudacek J: The treatment of osteoporosis with Biomin H. Arch Gerontol Geriatr 1991, 2:487-490.

8. Ross EA, Szabo NJ, and Tebbett IR: Lead Content of Calcium Supplements. J Am Med Assoc 2000, 284(11):1425-1429.