Calcium Question

[hadouni 301]

Hi All - is there a problem with taking calcuim in pill form? I'm tempted to buy the Citrical small tablets because I'm totally sick and tired of eating six Gummy chews or six of the chocolate chews. I find myself skipping them and I know that's not good.

Also, sorry, I know there's a Vitamin area down lower in the boards but it seems pretty quiet. Thanks!

[UXgrrl 29]

I was told in the hospital that once I hit 12 weeks and was on a normal diet, I should switch from Tums (which I'd been chomping since surgery) to some form of Calcium citrate. Apparently -- and this is a hot topic in the nutrition world so don't be surprised if you hear the opposite -- if you have reduced stomach acid, like if you're taking a PPI or have had VSG, the citrate is better absorbed than Calcium carbonate, which is what Tums and most other (cheaper) forms of calcium.

I started taking the Celebrate brand calcium chewable wafers and they are a struggle. They are huge and I don't much care for the flavor or texture, and I have to take them 3x a day. I bought a 90 day supply... what was I thinking? :doh:

[MeMeMEEE 206]

yes you can take the Calcium petite they are citrate - you have to take 6-8 a day.

[Foxbins 625]

If you can swallow the citrate pills, go for it. I have to use the chewables or a liquid as the pills get stuck.

[hadouni 301]

Thanks all! I've done ok with pills so far. The Actigall is a pretty big capsule. I'm not sure if capsules go down easier than pills (after surgery - no difference to me before surgery)? After I get through these chews and gummies I think I'll give the petites a try.

[thebionicbroad 127]

I use Lifetime liquid Calcium Magnesium Citrate. Beware of calcium carbonate: It's basically dry-wall.