Question 1

what is the best type of supplement to take for women's bone and joint health? i'm lactose intolerant so i don't get the calcium from milk

Accepted Answer

Vit D,A,K,magensium: Milk is overrated as a calcium source-green vegies are the best source (what do the cows eat?).More important than calcium is vit d- everyone needs 5-8000 iu/day in fall & winter, year round if you use sunscreen or don't get mid-day sun.Vit k & vit a work with d. Magnesium & boron also support bone & joint health.See http://www.Lef.Org/vitamins-supplements/top10/bone-health-calcium-supplements.Htm.

Question 2

what should i do to get calcium without milk?

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Non-dairy sources...: Many good non-dairy sources:
sesame seeds-tofu-almonds-flax seeds-greens-brocholli-brazil nuts- in deswcending order. You should easily acquire the mdr of calcium eating these! also flax seed had omega-3 (best non-fish source), and the greens-vitamins galore, and the nuts-monosaturated fats and fiber! voila!

Question 3

is milk a good source of. calcium, is it acidic?

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Yes: The ph of a glass of cow milk ranges from 6.4 to 6.8. Milk is slightly acidic. Each cup of milk has about 305 mgs. Of calcium or 30% of the recommended daily allowance. A pretty good dietary source of calcium.

Question 4

what chemical compound is the calcium found in milk?

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Calcium phosphate: Calcium phosphate is the form of calcium in milk and is an important component of bone.

Question 5

would calcium pills give me everything i need to replace milk?

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People need less: Calcium than previously thought.  Please don't take it by itself but get a product that contains co-factors such as d, k, boron, etc, .  They the calcium will go to your bones and not your blood vessels.

Question 6

how do i increase calcium in my diet without eating milk products?

Accepted Answer

Dairy is best source: Non-dairy sources of calcium:  calcium fortified soy milk, calcium fortified rice milk, tofu, sardines, beans, almonds, calcium fortified orange juice, bok choy, mustard greens, turnip greens, enriched breakfast cereals, etc... A shopper should always check the food labels to see how much calcium is in a serving. Also, tum's smoothies is often used as a calcium source.

Question 7

could you tell me what are other sources of calcium aside from milk?

Accepted Answer

Many non-dairy......: Sources of easily absorbed caclium. I have placed them from highest to lowest, although all are good! many good non-dairy sources: sesame seeds-tofu-almonds-flax seeds-greens-brocholli-brazil nuts- in descending order. You should easily acquire the mdr of calcium eating these! also flax seed has omega-3 (best non-fish source), & the greens-vitamins galore, and the nuts-monosaturated fats & fiber!

Question 8

i'm 30years female..i don't like milk. how can i get calcium from other food?

Accepted Answer

Many sources!: No problem that you don't like milk -- there are many other sources of calcium.  Consider leafy greens (collards, kale, turnip greens, etc); black-eyed peas and other beans; firm tofu; fortified orange juice & also oranges; soy milk; almonds; sardines; salmon; blackstrap molasses; seaweed; bok choy, etc.  Enjoy!

Question 9

are calcium tablets taken with milk?

Accepted Answer

Calcium: Calcium supplements should be taken with food for better absorption. The best way to get calcium is with a good diet of vegetables, especially dark green vegetables.

Question 10

how do i get more calcium other than drinking milk?

Accepted Answer

PILLS: There are several calcium supplements in the market also there are some rx.Only supplements that you can discuss with your doctor.

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