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I have a mild case of diverticulosis. i was told i can eat anything, but i am having difficulty with any kind of calcium supplement. i am vegetarian and have loose stools. how do i get calcium in me?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

You can try milk product. Eggs.

Answered 10/16/2022

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