Why can't I take calcium supplements at the same time as dairy products?
Your body is unable to absorb more than 500 milligrams of calcium at a time, so it would be a waste to take calcium and dairy at the same time.
Dairy products contain calcium. Unfortunately your body is unable to absorb more than 500 milligrams of calcium at a time. So, if you take your calcium with dairy products, a lot of calcium will probably not be absorbed by your body. That would be a waste!
Therefore, make sure you keep 2 hours between your calcium supplement and dairy. This will ensure you get the most out of your supplement.
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