Question 1

please describe a good source of calcium for children that have a milk allergy ?

Accepted Answer

Lots of Stiuff: Fortified soy milk for beginners.  Dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, turnips, and collard greens. Fortified orange juice. Sardines. Enriched breads, grains, and waffles.

Question 2

im 8 weeks pregnant & my prenatals are causing constipation from the iron. are the childrens or adult gummy vitamins ok? some of  them lack calcium etc.

Accepted Answer

Add fiber: Hi heather ~ the iron, as well as hormonal changes, are causing the constipation. Thus changing your vitamin is unlikely to solve your problem. Iron and Folic Acid are the most important elements of a prenatal vitamin. Try increasing your water intake, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, and adding a fiber supplement (such as metamucil).

Question 3

can children use an anti acid like tums (calcium carbonate) for frequent eructation with stomach contents coming in mouth?

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Tums (calcium carbonate): Yes Tums (calcium carbonate) would be safe.  You do need to have your child checked for the cause of the eructations.  See your doctor about an appointment and examinations to diagnosis the disorder.

Question 4

what is a good source of calcium?

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Milk, cheese: Dairy products are obviously great sources of calcium.  So are yogurt and certain vegetables like soy beans, okra, spinach, and broccoli.  If you're looking for a quick, high-quality supplement, try viactiv - tastes like a candy bar and very high in calcium.

Question 5

how does calcium affect our health?

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Essential: Calcium is a mineral that plays an important role in bone health. Calcium is also needed in proper functioning of the heart (to keep it beating), muscles (to keep them bending), and nerves (to keep them firing). Some people who suffer from kidney failure benefit from taking calcium to maintain strong bones. The amount of calcium supplements required in an individual depends on age and gender.

Question 6

can high calcium be wrongly tested?

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Yes you can: get a falsely high level of calcium due to different conditions, or simple lab error.  If you repeat the test and it still shows high serum calcium, then you need to get more tests to see why.   Dehydration, low magnesium, low albumin, and muscle conditions like rhabdomyolysis can cause higher calcium levels in the blood.  Of course there are serious diseases like Paget's and cancer too.

Question 7

what is a healthy dosage of calcium?

Accepted Answer

1000mg mainly diet: For your age (assuming this is for you) the NIH recommends that you should take 1000mg of calcium. But, most women in the US obtain enough calcium from their diet.  Bone loss generally occurs around 30.  So, unless you are at high risk of osteoporosis you probably do not need a Calcium supplement, those found in multi-vitamins should be sufficient.

Question 8

what is the best calcium pill to take?

Accepted Answer

Any: There is no evidence that one pill is better than any other.  Calcium carbonate and calcium citrate are both available on the market.  Dose is 1000-2000 mg elemental calcium each day in divided doses for prevention of osteoporosis.

Question 9

is a plant calcium safer than the rock form?

Accepted Answer

Calcium is calcium: But getting adequate dietary calcium is always better than supplements if you can maintain an adequate dietary intake. Calcium is calcium, not matter what the source.

Question 10

how could i make sure i'm getting enough calcium?

Accepted Answer

LABS: Check if frequently if you are deficient and you are supplementing it.Remember you have to check some vitamins too like vit d.

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