[lschoeggl]

Can I take calcium supplements with a glass of milk and still expect good absorption?

My husband read somewhere that taking both at the same time prevents full absorption. I have since tried to do a web search and haven't found much info on that. One university health website even recommended taking it WITH milk in order to boost absorption.

I've only ever heard each opinion once, so now I'm not really sure what to believe. I prefer to take them with milk if possible but I am worried about getting peak absorption since there is a strong history of osteoporosis in my family.

[N0help4u]

For the best way to boost absorption
Take magnesium and Vitamin D and get plenty of fiber.
If you take a calcium supplement of 1,000 mg your magnesium should be 500 to 600 mg
Magnesium is essential for absorption otherwise you could end up with deposits that result in stones and/or spurs.
It is best to take supplements in gel capsules, powder or liquid form often the pills do not dissolve.
I don't think it really matters if you take it with milk or not. I take my calcium, magnesium, potassium and D before
I go to bed because it keeps me from having restless leg syndrome and leg cramps.

[lovelesspa]

Taking Vitamin C with calcium supplements also helps with the absorptions (or actual fruit),
Take smaller doses of the calcium throughout the day rather then all at once, not all calcium you eat is absorbed by your body. The best ones are calcium carbonate (Tums and caltrate) but these needs a acidic environment in order to be absorbed (Vit. c) And calcium citrate (citracell and solgar) but these should be taken on an empty stomach. Also try and choose a supplement that has USP written on the label this means that supplement meets the standards for breakdown of a supplement. While taking calcium supplements avoid soft drinks.

[Herblay]

You might want to look into other calcium sources.

Leafy green vegetables are a MUCH higher source of calcium than dairy, and they're more absorbable.