LAC Philippines highlights
the importance of proactive bone health as calcium inadequacy remains a concern
this World Osteoporosis Day
MANILA, Philippines, 5
October 2026 — Bone health may not always be top of mind, but the
nutritional gaps that can affect it often begin much earlier in life.
What the National Nutrition Survey Shows
Data from the 2023
National Nutrition Survey (NNS) show that calcium intake remains low across
multiple Filipino age groups. Among adolescents aged 13 to 18, 85.4% did not
meet the Estimated
Average Requirement (EAR) for calcium, while 91.4% of Filipino adults aged
19 to 59 and 91.3% of older Filipinos aged 60 and above also did not meet the
EAR.
The concern extends beyond the
Philippines. A May 2026 paper published in the Annals of the New York
Academy of Sciences introduced the Global Calcium Dashboard,
a platform compiling country-level data on calcium intake, related health
outcomes, and calcium policies. The researchers described low calcium intake as
a widespread global health problem, with inadequate intake linked to health
concerns including osteoporosis and fractures.
World Osteoporosis Day 2026: Build, Protect, Strengthen
On October 20, World
Osteoporosis Day brings renewed attention to lifelong bone health. The 2026
campaign, “Build,
Protect, Strengthen Your Bones for Life,” emphasizes that every stage of
life matters, from building strong bones during childhood and adulthood to
protecting against osteoporosis and fractures later in life.
The occasion also comes as the
Philippines strengthens its approach to osteoporosis care. The country has
introduced updated
clinical practice guidelines for the prevention, screening, diagnosis, and
management of primary osteoporosis and fragility fractures, updating the
previous 2011 guidance. The guidelines emphasize prevention and appropriate
assessment of osteoporosis risk, including addressing calcium and Vitamin D
insufficiency or deficiency among appropriate at-risk populations.
Building the Foundations for Strong Bones
For Filipinos, this reinforces
the importance of a proactive approach to bone health, starting with the
nutritional foundations that support strong bones. Adequate calcium is one part
of this equation, while Vitamin D plays an important role in helping the body
absorb calcium. Regular physical activity, including weight-bearing and
strengthening exercises, is also recommended as part of maintaining bone
health.
LAC FullCal®: A Calcium Citrate Powder
As part of its commitment to
everyday wellness, LAC Philippines offers
LAC FullCal®, a convenient calcium citrate powder formulated to support
bone and skeletal health. Each serving provides a 2:1 Calcium-to-Magnesium
ratio, with magnesium supporting the body's use of calcium while also
contributing to healthy nerve and muscle function.
LAC
FullCal® also contains Vitamin D to help support calcium absorption,
high-grade fish collagen peptides to support overall skeletal health, and
Vitamin C to support collagen production.
Its powder format offers an
alternative for those who may find tablets or capsules difficult to swallow,
making it convenient for busy individuals. Each stick can be taken on its own
or mixed with water or a preferred beverage, with a recommended intake of one
stick twice daily.
Nutritional supplements can
complement dietary intake, but they work best alongside a balanced diet and
healthy lifestyle. Calcium-rich foods, adequate Vitamin D, regular physical
activity, and appropriate medical assessment when needed all have a role to
play in supporting bone health.
This World Osteoporosis Day,
LAC Philippines encourages Filipinos to look beyond the visible signs of health
and pay attention to the foundations that support the body every day. Strong
bones are built and maintained over time, making bone health worth supporting
at every stage of life.
About LAC Global
Headquartered in Singapore, LAC
Global is one of Asia's largest specialty retailers of nutritional supplements,
vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and other specialty supplements across
categories like anti-aging and beauty, immunity, weight management, sports
nutrition, and energy.
The company owns the LAC brand,
short for Leader in Antioxidative Control™, a leading health and wellness
supplement brand with a global presence. Since its founding, LAC has embarked
on a pioneering journey to formulate scientifically-proven ingredients,
harnessing the best of eastern wisdom and western technology to fight free
radicals, combat aging brought forth by oxidative stress, and support you daily
in looking, feeling, and functioning at your best. Having established a global
presence since 1997, LAC's reach extends to the Asia-Pacific, U.S.A., Central
& South Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Currently, there are
250 LAC branded stores in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, China,
Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Mongolia. LAC stringently sources ingredients from
around the globe, such as the U.S.A., Japan, France, Australia, New Zealand,
and Switzerland, to ensure utmost quality, and works only with the most
specialized partners in developing and manufacturing health solutions.
Its other brands include Xndo
Food For Health. LAC Global is dedicated to ensuring consumers stay well and
live life to the fullest.
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