Can calcium cause stomach bloating?

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

Adequate doses of the mineral calcium are vital to bone health and muscle function, but too much can leave you bloated and ballooning around the waist. One of the best sources of calcium is dairy, which can be hard on your digestive tract as it contains lactose, a difficult-to-digest sugar.

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Minerals

Our bodies need some inorganic substances like iron, calcium and chromium for proper health. If you're not getting enough of a particular mineral, there are a wide array of mineral supplements available. Often it is not as easy to take in or absorb minerals by themselves, so look for recommendations about taking supplements with a meal or seeing how supplements are frequently combined -- like calcium with vitamin D.

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