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What Is Calcium Citrate?
A reader wants to know if there is a difference between calcium carbonate and calcium citrate when it comes to preventing osteoporosis. According to Dr. Robert Shmerling, a rheumatologist from Harvard Medical School, the difference between the two types of calcium is minor, though he points out that they may have different side effects and costs. In this article, Dr. Shmerling responds with detailed information on how the supplements are absorbed and which type of calcium may suit women best.
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