Calcium Citrate Supplements Plus Some Extras
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Some benefits of calcium citrate over calcium carbonate is better absorption for those who have less stomach acid, less expensive and convenient. Absorption rate is best in 500 mg doses or less because the percent absorbed decreases as the amount increases.
Also, you might try basking in the sun for about 15 minutes before taking your supplement. UV rays from the sun stimulates your body’s production of Vitamin D. Vitamin D assists in calcium’s absorption.
Also, for those with low stomach acid, might try liquid form, less acid equals less pill breakdown.