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My son is really tall (99th percentile). this is not shocking because both my husband and i are tall. but do we need to give him extra calcium to prevent brittle bones? or will this only make him taller, which can be a tad inconvenient in life?
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There is no need for supplement if your son eats a healthy and balanced diet. There are more than enough calcium in dairy products, juices and beans.
Answered 10/17/2022
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