 The effect of calcium on iron absorption | Nutrition Research ... 00/00/0000· Wauben, IP & Atkinson, SA ( 0000) Calcium does not inhibit iron absorption or alter iron status in infant piglets adapted to a high calcium diet. Journal of Nutrition 000, 000 - 000. CrossRef Google Scholar PubMed. Wheby, MS, Jones, LG & Crosby, WH ( ... Calcium Nitrate Alternatives In Hydroponic & Fertigation Systems Calcium is very important for soil health, microbial diversity, soil structure, heavy metal protection and countless other soil properties. As a soil amendment, we do have alternatives. Soil growers that are following our soil health program and balancing calcium and pH levels at planting, and annually, should have adequate Calcium levels in their soils, which will hold them in good ... 