Question
How can I properly supplement calcium and vitamin D for my child to address pectus excavatum and scalp hair loss?
Answer
To improve your child’s calcium absorption and restore health, you can give them the Amway Calcium Magnesium Tablets and pay attention to the following dietary points:
- Boil green vegetables before cooking to remove oxalic acid, allowing them to be stir-fried with tofu, avoiding any impact on calcium absorption.
- Avoid taking calcium supplements with milk, rice porridge, or congee, as phytates can affect calcium absorption.
- Cook fish or pork ribs with vinegar to ensure the calcium is fully dissolved, making it easier to absorb when eaten with protein.
- Phytates in rice and white flour can interfere with calcium absorption; it’s recommended to ferment or soak them before eating.
- The high content of phytates in soybeans can be reduced by germination, promoting better absorption and utilization of calcium.
- Boil tofu with fish to take advantage of the vitamin D in the fish meat, which helps promote the absorption of calcium in tofu.
- Reduce the intake of high-salt, high-fat, high-protein, and high-phosphorus foods, as these can affect calcium absorption and utilization.
- It’s best to take calcium supplements between meals for better absorption and utilization by the body. Additionally, you can give your child cod liver oil to supplement vitamin A and D. The correct dosage is to give the child the appropriate amount of cod liver oil as indicated on the product instructions. If you have any questions, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.