Question
Which brand of calcium supplement is best for babies? How should a baby be supplemented with calcium? My baby hasn’t been supplemented with calcium, and I don’t know how to give my baby calcium supplementation. Which brands of calcium supplements are suitable for babies’ calcium supplementation?
Answer
It is recommended to use gluconate or lactate calcium supplements, which are more suitable for baby absorption. Avoid using carbonate calcium as it may interfere with the neonatal gastric acid neutralization process, thereby affecting calcium absorption. Before supplementing your baby with calcium, it is best to consult a doctor or a nutritionist to ensure that the dosage and method of supplementation are appropriate. Moreover, be aware that phytic acid in food can affect calcium absorption, such as boiling flour or soaking meat in warm water for a few minutes before making calcium-rich dishes to reduce the impact of phytic acid.