Many women increase their calcium intake, unaware that the body also requires magnesium.
The body keeps the two minerals in balance, therefore increasing one without increasing the other really does not have any real benefit as the body simply disposes of the excess. Optimally one should consume 1,000 milligrams of each per day. However, your intake should increase with age. After menopause the recommended daily allowance is 1,500 milligrams. Remembering always to have that balancing component.