Different types of calcium tablets have different ways of taking, if it is chewable calcium tablets, it is recommended to drink water after chewing, if it is swallowable calcium tablets, it is recommended to swallow it directly with water .
Before taking calcium tablets, you should read the instructions or consult your doctor to find out how to take calcium tablets.
Both chewable and swallowable calcium tablets will be digested and absorbed into the blood through the digestive tract to raise the blood calcium level, so calcium tablets can be taken with water. For people with poor gastrointestinal function, it is recommended to take calcium tablets after meals to reduce gastrointestinal discomforts, such as bloating and constipation, brought about by taking calcium tablets.
For people in special periods (e.g. menopausal women, perimenopausal women, osteoporosis patients, children and the elderly), in addition to timely supplementation of calcium tablets, the diet should also be rich in calcium-containing foods (e.g. dairy products, soybean products, eggs, fresh leafy green vegetables, etc.).
While supplementing calcium, you should also pay attention to ensure that one hour of sunshine every day, which can effectively promote the absorption of calcium.