Patient's question:
The baby has recently been having large, round-shaped bowel movements. Could it be caused by taking calcium lactate? If the baby can't digest it, will it accumulate in the body? Does taking calcium lactate cause phlegm?Doctor's answer:
Stop eating, the decision on calcium supplements is quite important. Some calcium supplements consume a large amount of stomach acid in babies, harming their delicate digestive tracts, and even causing constipation. Such calcium supplements not only fail to surpass the effect of digesting calcium but can also pose certain health risks to babies if consumed long-term.The doctor at the health station determines whether a baby is calcium-deficient through a rough estimate or a thorough examination. If the baby is growing normally, there is no need to supplement with extra calcium. At five months old, a baby's digestive system is still delicate, so it is best to choose natural milk calcium that has not been chemically processed. Currently, there are many varieties of calcium nutritional supplements on the market. When choosing a calcium supplement, in addition to considering how high its net calcium content is, it is also necessary to comprehensively evaluate its potential side effects on the body. For example, calcium supplements derived from marine shellfish may contain heavy metals harmful to the body due to the strong adhesion of marine mollusks, making them unsuitable for young children. Additionally, some calcium sources can be harsh on the gastrointestinal tract, often causing digestive discomfort and constipation.
Currently, the most suitable calcium sources for children include natural milk calcium (extracted from milk) and L-lactate calcium, which do not harm the stomach or intestines and are gentle on children's delicate digestive systems.
Recommendation: We recommend a natural milk calcium product from New Zealand, "Zhenru Calcium" by Gongbei Brand: "Zhenru Calcium Granules" is a children's calcium supplement made primarily from New Zealand-exported milk calcium, using modern technology to refine it with additives such as New Zealand-exported vitamin D, inulin, milk powder, and glucose. It offers the following advantages:
★ High-Quality Calcium Source: From New Zealand, a world-famous dairy production base, the calcium is pure and natural, derived from milk. It contains rich minerals and trace elements, posing no harm to the gastrointestinal tract, with no side effects, making it a safe and reliable choice. It provides excellent calcium absorption with superior nutritional value.
★ Scientific Additives: It includes Belgium-exported inulin to regulate gastrointestinal function, enhance absorption, and effectively reduce calcium excretion. It provides sufficient New Zealand-exported vitamin D to allow calcium to be utilized more directly and efficiently by the body. The sweetener is made from glucose, causing minimal harm to teeth and offering a balanced sweetness with superior nutritional value.
★ Higher Content: The calcium content reaches 200 mg per packet, leading in calcium content among similar products.
★ Better Taste: It has a pleasant taste and a strong milky aroma, making it more acceptable to infants and protecting their delicate palates.
★ GMP Certified Factory: Manufactured by a renowned company in Shanghai, in a GMP-certified factory, ensuring superior quality.
Usage and Dosage: This product can be added to warm milk or porridge for consumption, or it can be mixed with warm water and stirred evenly.
- Infants under 6 months:
- Normal calcium supplementation: 1/2 packet per day
- Calcium-deficient infants: 1 packet per day
- Infants and toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years:
- Normal calcium supplementation: 1 packet per day
- Calcium-deficient infants and toddlers: 2–3 packets per day
- Children aged 4 to 16 years:
- Normal calcium supplementation: 2 packets per day
- Calcium-deficient children: 3 packets per day
Since Gongbei Zhenru Calcium contains vitamin D3, there is no need to supplement with additional fish oil or vitamin D products.