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I have osteopenia and need to get about 1200mg of calcium in my daily diet. how do i do that?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Calcium: Generally it is difficult to consume enough calcium in foods, so you are looking for a supplement. It is often taken with vitamin D. All the best.

Answered 3/24/2017

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A member asked:

I have osteopenia and need to get about 1200mg of calcium in my daily diet. how do i do that?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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