Minerals are required for the body to utilize vitamins. Minerals are the essential building blocks of blood, bone, and tissue. Without minerals our bodies could not repair damaged cells and tissue.       Calcium lactate   Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body. Calcium lactate is used to prevent and to treat calcium deficiencies.       Magnesium Citrate   Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves. Magnesium citrate also increases water in the intestines, which may induce defecation.