Question
My child seems to have signs of calcium deficiency. How long should calcium supplements be taken? Do they need to go to the hospital for a check-up?
Answer
Calcium is one of the most abundant elements in the human body, with about 1200 grams, 99% of which make up the bones and 1% existing in blood and soft tissues. Whether a person is deficient in calcium is related to genetic factors, calcium supplementation methods, and physical exercise, as well as calcium intake, loss, and lifestyle habits, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, consuming coffee, tea, cola, high-salt diet, excessive or insufficient meat intake. It is recommended to follow the professional advice of a doctor for calcium supplementation.