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Increasing bone density naturally after menopause

Women's Health | Last Active: May 16 5:41am | Replies (42)
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@1bellavoce

I have tried 3 different types of calcium supplements since I had my bone density test and was diagnosed with osteopenea. All of the supplements have made me naseous, gassy, constipated and basically miserable, regardless of when I take them. the pharmacist suggested AlgaCal because it is plant based. Does any one have any first hand experience with that product? all I do all day long is belch and fart, unbelievable. DD

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Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Oct 2, 2019

Hi, @1bellavoce - I also had a bone density test this winter, since I broke my pelvis in two places from a fall on black ice on my sidewalk. The doctor thought I was too young for that outcome, so wanted the testing. I have mild osteopenia.

I do take calcium with Vitamin D, and have for some time. I have never had the side effects you mentioned. How uncomfortable. That's not fun.

I am unfamiliar with the product you mentioned, but perhaps @lioness @cherriann @contentandwell @fotula and others in this conversation will have some input for you. I will say that I've gotten some really good advice from pharmacists before.

Here is some Mayo Clinic information that may interest you on calcium supplementation https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/calcium-supplements/art-20047097

What did your primary care doctor say about the side effects you've been experiencing from the calcium supplements?

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