Goat’s: Goat’s milk contains 327 mg of calcium per cup versus 276 mg with cow’s milk. You chose.
Answered 10/3/2018
5.3k views
3: 3 high calcium dairy servings per day? Yes, the american dietetic association recommends it.
Answered 7/15/2014
5.3k views
Eating: Eating a can of sardines will give you 1/3 of your daily calcium needs.
Answered 4/16/2014
5.2k views
1/4: 1/4 cup sesame seeds will give you over 30% of both daily magnesium and calcium requirements.
Answered 4/12/2014
5.2k views
Calcium: Calcium and vitamin d work together, so remember to take both!
Answered 9/29/2016
5.2k views
By: By the end of puberty, guys have about 30% more total body calcium than girls do.
Answered 7/22/2017
5.2k views
Our: Our bodies can only absorb 600 mg of calcium at a time which is why supplements are twice a day.
Answered 4/5/2014
5.2k views
They: They do not cause calcium oxalate kidney stones. They actually can prevent them.
Answered 9/29/2016
5.2k views
Calcium: Calcium carbonate is often used as a dietary calcium supplement. It is also chalk. Do not eat chalk.
Answered 9/29/2016
5.2k views
TUMs (calcium carbonate): Tums (calcium carbonate) are calcium supplements as well. Some people find these chewables easier to take.
Answered 3/25/2014
5.2k views
No: Myth: "no one ever needs them; you get enough naturally".
Answered 2/15/2014
5.2k views
Calcium: Calcium citrate can be taken with food or empty stomach. Calcium carbonate needs food!
Answered 7/21/2014
5.2k views
Check: Check kidney function before starting to use calcium supplements.
Answered 9/27/2017
5.2k views
Vitamin: Vitamin d trumps calcium in importance for bone health! 2000iu/day of d3!
Answered 5/7/2014
5.2k views
Calcium: Myth: calcium supplement don't have risks. Fact: not all the effects of calcium supp. Are positive.
Answered 2/27/2018
5.2k views
Milk: Milk fat contains calcium paracaseinate high in calcium! especially buffalo milk.
Answered 4/8/2014
5.2k views
It: It's better to get ca in diet with 3 servings of dairy daily. Ca supplement can lead to hard arteries.
Answered 11/14/2014
5.2k views
Most: Most people know that dairy foods are rich in calcium; but so are green leafy vegetables.
Answered 5/28/2014
5.1k views
Ca: Ca & magnesium both are needed for proper muscle metabolism. Don't over dose & don't forget mg.
Answered 11/23/2017
5.1k views
Recent: Recent data suggests men should back off of calcium supplements, noting higher cardiovascular mortality.
Answered 9/23/2017
5.1k views
Polls: Pills or by food, you can get your daily requirements for ca. Read labels for ca content & caps 2 = need.
Answered 9/29/2016
5.1k views
Non-flavored: Non-flavored greek yogurt is a good substitute for sour cream. More protein & calcium. Less fat!
Answered 5/12/2016
5.1k views
A: A myth is: the more supplements, especially calcium, the better.
Answered 4/25/2016
5.1k views
Yogurt,: Yogurt, which ounce for ounce is an even better source of calcium than fluid milk.
Answered 5/22/2014
5.1k views
Americans: Americans seem to think that every health problem can be solved with a pill.
Answered 9/29/2016
5.1k views
Sometimes: Sometimes you don't need them. If you get enough calcium in your diet, you don't need a supplement!
Answered 6/10/2014
5.1k views
Canned: Canned salmon is loaded with calcium! the tall cans, with bones still in, are best.
Answered 9/2/2013
5.1k views
The: The healthiest way to get calcium is 3 servings a day for adults and 5 a day for kids, of foods.
Answered 12/10/2013
5.1k views
Vitamin: Vitamin d is needed to transport calcium from the gut into the bloodstream. Vit d3 is the best type.
Answered 9/29/2016
5.1k views
Calcium: Calcium citrate will generally be absorbed better than most supplements.
Answered 6/28/2014
5.1k views
Ounce: Ounce for ounce, yogurt is an even better source of calcium than fluid milk.
Answered 5/12/2016
5.1k views
Calcium-fortified: Calcium-fortified orange juice, soy milk, rice milk, and tofu made with calcium are high in calcium.
Answered 6/17/2013
5.1k views
Salmon: Salmon and sardines (but only if you eat the bones), almonds, kale, and broccoli are high in calcium.
Answered 6/28/2014
5.1k views
Before: Before you consider calcium supplements, be sure you understand how much calcium you need.
Answered 1/1/2015
5k views
The: The world health organization's position is that only 500 mg of calcium is needed daily.
Answered 4/22/2014
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. 1 to 3 years old daily requirement: 700mg.
Answered 9/29/2016
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. 4 to 8 years old daily requirement: 1, 000 mg.
Answered 5/7/2015
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. 9 to 18 years old daily requirement: 1, 300 mg.
Answered 7/8/2013
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. 19 to 50 years old daily requirement: 1, 000 mg.
Answered 7/10/2013
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. 51 to 70 years old daily requirement: 1, 200 mg.
Answered 5/24/2014
5k views
Calcium: Calcium requirements change depending on age. Over 70 years old the daily requirement: 1, 200 mg.
Answered 5/20/2014
5k views
Take: Take calcium supplements in several small doses a couple of times a day, rather than all at once.
Answered 1/14/2014
5k views
1200: 1200 mg calcium carbonate daily has shown effectiveness in pms.
Answered 7/30/2014
5k views
For: For calcium get 3 servings of dairy daily, 8oz glass of milk or oj with calcium, cheese, yogurt.
Answered 7/17/2014
5k views
Calcium: Calcium is absorbed by the body more completely in the malate form. Vit d levels need to be normal.
Answered 8/13/2015
4.9k views
A: A properly crafted diet will almost always provide adequate calcium.
Answered 5/29/2014
4.9k views
Myth:: It's a myth that: men will not get osteoporosis and therefore they don't need calcium supplements.
Answered 11/21/2013
4.9k views
Normal: Having normal levels of vitamin d-3 is important for calcium absorption.
Answered 9/15/2013
4.9k views
Myth:: Myth: you need calcium to prevent bone loss. Truth: it's hormones, vit. D, & exercise that prevents.
Answered 8/20/2016
4.9k views
Your: Your body's bone tissue is a storage reservoir for calcium.
Answered 1/19/2014
4.9k views
Calcium: Calcium rich foods other than dairy: dark green veggies (spinach, kale, collard greens).
Answered 1/29/2014
4.9k views
Washing: Washing a whole raw egg, then blending it whole into a homemade milkshake can increase your calcium.
Answered 4/25/2014
4.9k views
Myth:: Myth: calcium supplements permanently increase calcium levels in the blood.
Answered 5/20/2014
4.9k views
Calcium: Calcium supplements are necessary in those under 30 years, eating less than 5 dairy servings a day.
Answered 12/28/2013
4.9k views
Progressive: Progressive weight bearing exercises can improve bone quality and density.
Answered 4/8/2015
4.9k views
Different: Different calcium supplements have different absorption rates and different bioavailability.
Answered 5/31/2014
4.9k views
Multivitamins: Multivitamins and Tums (calcium carbonate) have tons of calcium. If you use those already you may not need supplements.
Answered 5/8/2016
4.9k views
Drink: Drink fortified milk, eat a balanced diet and exercise will add calcium to you in a natural way!
Answered 10/14/2013
4.9k views
Green: Green leafy veg sea weeds have more bio available calcium than dairy or calcium carbonate gluconate.
Answered 5/15/2017
4.9k views
Dairy: Dairy products, active lifestyle and controlled sun exposure.
Answered 12/7/2013
4.9k views
There: There are chocoholics. Containing calcium supplements do not cause upset stomach as do some others.
Answered 1/27/2014
4.9k views
Ca++: Ca++ is often combined with vitamin d, but vitamin d is usually poorly absorbed in these products.
Answered 7/17/2014
4.9k views
Calcium: Calcium by itself will make my bones strong, even if I do not exercise? Wrong! not true!
Answered 8/4/2014
4.9k views
Milk: Milk products contain calcium, so check your calcium serum levels before adding calcium supplements.
Answered 7/17/2014
4.9k views
Coral: Coral calcium can be contaminated with heavy metals and other ocean pollutants.
Answered 4/7/2015
4.9k views
Vit: Vit d helps calcium absorption but k2 tells it to go to the bones.
Answered 4/7/2015
4.9k views
More: More is not better. Too much can harden arteries. Limit supplements to 500 mg daily if eating well.
Answered 2/6/2014
4.9k views
Dark: Dark greens. If you don't like them, then throw them in a blender with a handful of grapes & enjoy.
Answered 5/5/2015
4.9k views
You: You can strengthen your bones through the use of calcium and magnesium supplements.
Answered 4/16/2014
4.9k views
'Calcium: 'calcium channel blocker' used to treat high blood pressure, does not cause calcium deficiency.
Answered 9/11/2015
4.9k views
'Calcium: 'calcium channel blockers' used for treating high blood pressure do not cause low blood calcium.
Answered 5/18/2014
4.9k views
Daily: Daily consumption of milk can bolster your calcium intake.
Answered 12/10/2013
4.9k views
Egg: Egg white is rich source for calcium.
Answered 12/26/2013
4.9k views
Not: Not only women, but men also need calcium and vitamin d3 supplements.
Answered 12/27/2013
4.9k views
Calcium: Calcium must be balanced with vitamin d3 and magnesium.
Answered 5/20/2015
4.9k views
Calcium: Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body necessary to keep bone strong.
Answered 4/24/2015
4.8k views
Orange: Orange juice with calcium. Yogurt.
Answered 10/7/2017
4.8k views
Excellent: Excellent adjunct to calcium/ vit d is daily weight - bearing exercise ( daily walking regimen!).
Answered 10/4/2015
4.8k views
calcium: Calcium won't get absorbed if there is also vitamin d deficiency.
Answered 10/4/2015
4.8k views
Most: Most calcium deficiency is not from lack of calcium in food, but due to incomplete absorption.
Answered 12/6/2014
4.8k views
Research: Research calcium supplements prior to use. Many kinds and the dosage should be monitored.
Answered 10/4/2015
4.8k views
Ignore: Recent studies show that vitamin d, for those who are exposed to little or no sun, helps bones.
Answered 12/16/2013
4.8k views
Ignore: Myth: it’s no big deal if you forget your calcium supplement. Fact: calcium is very essential!
Answered 10/29/2015
4.7k views
Ignore: Natural sources of calcium are dairy, dark green leafy vegetables, sardines, oj, grains, ; soybean.
Answered 11/17/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Intake of food or drink containing fat is needed to absorb vit d, which is needed to absorb calcium.
Answered 5/7/2016
4.7k views
Ignore: Myth: supplements can replace the need for some foods. Fact: bodies need leafy veggies and more!
Answered 5/7/2016
4.7k views
Ignore: Take your calcium supplement with a meal-- it is better absorbed that way.
Answered 12/9/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: It is also important to take vitamin d3 as it helps calcium absorption.
Answered 12/9/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Yogurt, milk and many other fortified food are the excellent substitute to calcium supplements.
Answered 12/6/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: There are some ways to get extra calcium: eat yogurt, eat boned sardines, drink dairy and non dairy.
Answered 12/6/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Many foods and milk contain calcium. Check the labels and read the calcium content.
Answered 12/6/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Eggshells if cooked fully can be added to foods. Its free and crunchy! (avoid big pieces).
Answered 12/7/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: I would consult a nutritionist who should evaluate your health history and your current diet.
Answered 12/9/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Nori - or seaweed, like the kind you might find in sushi, is supposed to have ca++.
Answered 12/19/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Eat a diet full of green leafy vegetables and other foods high in calcium.
Answered 12/22/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: Vitamin d3 magnesium and strontium are the most important supplements for bone health ; preservation.
Answered 12/22/2013
4.7k views
Ignore: These supplements are worthwhile with vit d and regular exercise regimens. Keeping moving the body.
Answered 12/28/2013
4.6k views
Ignore: Calcium supplements can interfere with absorption of antibiotics like Ciprofloxacin and tetracycline.
Answered 6/24/2014
4.6k views
Ignore: Dietary sources are better than the calcium supplements.
Answered 1/4/2014
4.6k views
Ignore: More is not always better. Calcium overdosage on a chronic basis can cause serious harm.
Answered 3/7/2014
4.6k views
Calcium: Calcium supplements are associated with increased risk for prostate cancer in men.
Answered 1/5/2014
4.6k views
Ignore: Yogurt, milk, turnips, rubarb, calcium- fortified juice ; cerial. If you take calcium take w. Food.
Answered 1/23/2014
4.5k views
Ignore: Good calcium supplements involve vitamin d3 and magnesium.
Answered 2/1/2014
4.5k views
Ignore: Dairy products are a good source of calcium and they contain vitamin d to help absorb the calcium.
Answered 2/19/2014
4.4k views
Ignore: If you take calcium and vitamin d three together make sure to lower your calcium dose.
Answered 3/30/2014
4.3k views
Ignore: Your body can only absorb up to 500 or 600 mg of calcium at once, so spread out calcium pills.
Answered 2/20/2016
1.8k views
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question