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How do i know how much vitamin d3, calcium should a 50yr old female should take?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Depends!: All should take d3 at 2000iu to 5000iu /day. At least 750mg of calcium, and up to 1200 on your doctors advice. D3 trumps calcium for bone health! i take 5000iu!

Answered 12/10/2013

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