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Does high vitd3 & calcium supplements interfere with absorption of iron & omega3 fatty acid from food for 57+ yr female ?
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They help each other: They do not compete directly. In fact, consuming essential omega-3 fatty acids can increase vitamin D's ability to increase calcium absorption from the gut. This is especially important in improving bone mineralization and decreasing bone loss seen in osteoporosis. Vit D3 and omega-3 together can also improve the risk profile for peripheral vascular disease.
Answered 12/17/2015
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