Can calcium tablets be taken on an empty stomach?
Calcium tablets should not be taken on an empty stomach.If taken on an empty stomach, calcium will react with stomach acid and aggravate the stimulation of the gastrointestinal tract, some people's stomach will be uncomfortable, and at the same time will destroy some of the trace elements, which is also not conducive to full absorption.
The effect of taking calcium tablets on an empty stomach
Calcium tablets need to be broken down into calcium ions under the action of stomach acid in order to be fully absorbed and utilized. On the contrary, calcium ions will also promote the secretion of stomach acid, and eating calcium tablets on an empty stomach will easily cause excessive stomach acid, resulting in discomfort. If you eat calcium tablets on an empty stomach and do not like to drink water, it may also cause kidney stones.When to take calcium tablets
1. Take calcium tablets after meals for good absorption.2. Take calcium tablets at night for better effect.
3. Children choose to take calcium tablets one and a half hours after dinner.
4. Pregnant women should start taking calcium tablets 4 months before pregnancy.
5. Elderly people can take calcium supplements after three meals.