Question 1

is vitamin d required to absorb all types of calcium? can mineral water with 345mg/l of  dissolved ca, increase ca levels without the use of vit d?

Accepted Answer

Vit D required: For the most part, supplemental Calcium is not necessary. In fact too much Calcium intake is associated with hardening of the arteries. Yes vitamin D3 is necessary for your body to be able to use Calcium. So the best practice for good health is to get enough sun exposure (that's how your supposed to make your own vit D), eat a lot of green vegetables (Ca), and take a vit D3 supplement if needed.

Question 2

any good medicines names with vitamins minerals zinc calcium energy and protein? my nutrition is not good i always feel weakness

Accepted Answer

Good FOOD: Healthy food has all these contents you're asking about.  What about learning to eat in ways that nourish your body, rather than looking for a pill or medicine?  There are multivitamins to support your diet, but they will not replace it.

Question 3

how much calcium and vitamin d is needed while on steroids and is their any essential vitamins and minerals i should be mindful of?

Accepted Answer

The same as if you: The same amount as if you we're not on steroids.  Steroid use does not affect  dietary needs as long as you are not deficient in the first place .  The steroids affect the metabolism or activity of bone turnover which is treated by getting off the steroids, minimizing the dose or with other medications that aid in the building up of decreased bone density . You need to see your doctor to assess.

Question 4

is it true that a calcium supplement reduces the absorption of some vitamins and minerals (like in a multivitamin for example)? if so which ones?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Yes it is true that calcium can affect absorption of some vitamins but also calcium often isn't that easily absorbed either. Remember, a lot depends on whether you are taking supplements on an empty stomach or not. Actually, it is better to take vitamins after a decent meal as the proteins and fats in food will aid in absorption of supplements and vitamins.

Question 5

can taking a calcium supplement help heal a broken broken bone faster? if so, how much can be taken daily? and can any other vitamin/mineral help?

Accepted Answer

No: Your body will get calcium from other areas to heal a fx. So while it will not directly help heal faster, it is likely a good idea in general to take calcium supplements, especially women.

Question 6

does soymilk with added minerals, calcium,vitamins, seasalt, nat. flavor,& gellan  interact with aceminatophen (tylenol) 500mg? i mean does this kind of soymilk or any kind of soymilk affect the effectiveness of aceminotap. and/or cause side effects?

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Unlikely: Soy milk with the additives you mentioned should not interfere with acetaminophen. Do not take alcohol while you are taking acetaminophen.
Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 7

any medicine or tablets to cure eye floaters i can afford a surgery any minerals vitamin calcium tablets please tell me thanks?

Accepted Answer

Treating floaters: There is no cure for benign floaters. No medications or supplements will help.  Fortunately with time, floaters to become less noticeable and problematic.  Any sudden change in floaters, especially if accompanied by flashing light, is an emergency. Otherwise, just try your best to live with it. Surgical treatment for floaters would be very expensive and not without significant risk.

Question 8

how do i know calcium vitamin is working

Accepted Answer

Working?: a blood test for serum calcium and vitamin D would be helpful.

Question 9

does eating daily vitamin and calcium pills help? or are they bad for you?

Accepted Answer

No harm: If you take the recommended dose (usually one to two caplets depending on the brand), there is little or no harm in that.

Question 10

is vitamin d3 the same as calcium?

Accepted Answer

Calcium &amp; vitamin D.: Calcium and vitamin D are different, but they work together as building blocks for our bones.  Supplementing calcium and vitamin D can help keep bones strong and hopefully prevent or delay the development of osteoporosis when used in combination with weight-bearing exercise.

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Is vitamin d required to absorb all types of calcium? can mineral water with 345mg/l of dissolved ca, increase ca levels without the use of vit d?

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Any good medicines names with vitamins minerals zinc calcium energy and protein? my nutrition is not good i always feel weakness

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How much calcium and vitamin d is needed while on steroids and is their any essential vitamins and minerals i should be mindful of?

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Is it true that a calcium supplement reduces the absorption of some vitamins and minerals (like in a multivitamin for example)? if so which ones?

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Can taking a calcium supplement help heal a broken broken bone faster? if so, how much can be taken daily? and can any other vitamin/mineral help?

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Does soymilk with added minerals, calcium,vitamins, seasalt, nat. flavor,& gellan interact with aceminatophen (tylenol) 500mg? i mean does this kind of soymilk or any kind of soymilk affect the effectiveness of aceminotap. and/or cause side effects?

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Any medicine or tablets to cure eye floaters i can afford a surgery any minerals vitamin calcium tablets please tell me thanks?

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How do i know calcium vitamin is working

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Does eating daily vitamin and calcium pills help? or are they bad for you?

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Is vitamin d3 the same as calcium?

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