Monday, October, 19, 2009

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Calcium Supplements

By Neil Gonter, MD Health Expert

Reader's Question: I am often confused about which calcium to take. There are so many of them out there. Which one is best? Does it matter if I buy the cheap generic one? How much should I take? I get side effects, what should I do?

Dr. Gonter's Response: These are common questions that everyone has and I will try to clarify them.

Calcium plays an important role in maintaining bone. Calcium is best obtained through the diet. However, it is extremely difficult to do this especially ...

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