Calcium is a mineral that plays an important role in the development of the human body. It is common knowledge that calcium is important in preventing osteoporosis. However, calcium also provides structural support in the development of muscles. Deficiency in calcium could cause obesity because it triggers the release of parathyroid hormone that stimulates the production of fats in the body and inhibits its breakdown. It also reduces the blood pressure. Calcium also has the ability to fight colon cancer by binding itself with cancer cells to inhibit its growth and progression. It is also beneficial to women suffering from PMS or premenstrual syndrome such as depression, mood swings, anxiety, water retention, breast tenderness, and headaches.

Calcium Pyruvate is a supplement that involves the combination of calcium metal along with pyruvic acid. Pyruvic acid is synthesized within the body and it helps in the conversion of starch and sugar to energy. Thus, it enhances the creation of energy. It can even be used to reduce weight when used with a sensible diet as well as regular exercise. Calcium pyruvate burns fat. This minimizes the excess fat that is stored in the abdomen region. This leads to weight loss. When looked in an indirect manner, calcium pyruvate can even aid in mental relief as most of the emotional and mental problems originate due to physical reasons. Calcium pyruvate creates supplements that never interfere with the other enzymes and other chemicals produced within the human body. However, a person must not view calcium pyruvate as a part of his diet. It works the best only if it is used along with lean meats, fruits and vegetables.

Cellulose is the structural component of the primary cell wall of green plants, many forms of algae and the oomycetes. Cellulose is not digestible by humans and is often referred to as 'dietary fiber' or 'roughage', acting as a hydrophilic bulking agent for feces.

Magnesium Stearate is coommonly used as a filling agent in the manufacture of capsules and tablets, such as vitamins, the source of this ingredient is typically bovine. However, there is an increasing number of vegetarian options in which the product specifically indicates it contains magnesium stearate from vegetable sources.