I take 1200 milligrams of calcium and vitamin d a day. is this a good amount. is to much calcium have any negative effects. i have skeletal osteopeni?

Recommended amount: CarolynM208, For your age and gender, it is recommended to take about 1200-1500mg of calcium per day along with about 1000 IU / day of Vit D. In addition, if able, you should engage in weight bearing exercise and eat a well balanced diet. If you have been diagnosed with osteopenia and are at risk for fracture, your doctor may recommend medications that can help with bone density.

Seems okay: Higher doses are common. Need also resistance exercise

Too much calcium can be bad: Too much calcium can cause kidney stones and is a risk factor for heart disease exercise Kelsey I'm up to 1200 mg a day and as well as vitamin D will help to prevent osteoporosis

Best to eat calcium: Eat foods that have calcium in them, rather than taking a supplement. 1200mg is an ideal amount of calcium each day. About 4 servings of dairy/soy a day would equal ~1200mg of calcium. Other calcium rich foods are broccoli, leafy greens, sesame seeds, and canned salmon. Vitamin D3 is very important to take, it is hard to get enough from the sun. Take 2000-5000 units a day, and get your level chk'd