Patient's question:
What kind of calcium supplement is suitable for a 74-year-old diabetic woman with osteoporosis?Doctor's answer:
Diabetic patients can consume calcium without significantly interfering with normal blood sugar levels. There is no need to worry about this. Common calcium supplements used in clinical diagnosis, such as calcium, calcium lactate, and Longmu Zhuanggu Granules, can be taken. Diabetic patients need a scientific diet. The staple food mainly consists of coarse grains and cereals, which are low in sugar but high in fiber. It is safe for diabetic patients to consume the aforementioned calcium supplements. Diabetic patients can digest the aforementioned calcium supplements safely. Calcium supplements also require consuming more calcium-rich foods, such as milk and dairy products.