Patient's question:
My wife has been pregnant for four and a half months. I consulted some friends, and they said that pregnant women need to supplement with calcium. However, the calcium supplement they recommended to me is not suitable for my wife, as she has constipation. So, I would like to ask, what kind of calcium supplement is good for pregnant women with calcium deficiency? Are there any brands of calcium supplements that do not cause constipation?Previous Treatment and Effect:
She took calcium carbonate D for a few days, but it caused constipation, so she wants to switch to another type.
Help Needed:
I would like doctors to recommend a better calcium supplement that does not cause constipation. What kind of calcium supplement is good for pregnant women with calcium deficiency?
Doctor's answer:
I still personally recommend getting nutrients from food, as it can reduce the side effects of medication and also stabilize the body's condition. There are many different types of calcium-rich foods. Common examples include meat, eggs, and dairy, which are highly nutritious. Dairy, in particular, has a high calcium content. Plant-based foods with high calcium levels mainly include soy products such as tofu, soy milk, and bean sprouts. These are all excellent foods and have minimal interference with human health, so it is advisable to try to obtain the required calcium from food sources.