Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Calcium Citrate after RNY



Recommended Posts

Just looking for info on what everybody's using to fulfill the daily 1500 mg requirement. I've been using the Celebrate chewables. I got the ok to start using capsules. Trying to save a few bucks as well. Thanks for the info.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

in the morning I mix a scoop of Upcal D powder into my yogurt (it'll supposedly mix into anything, but the filler is kind of sweet - so it works best in sweeter things like yogurt).

During the day, I drop two Calcium citrate tablets into my 16 oz two-scoop (fruit-flavored) Protein shake. I mix fruit flavored Protein Powder with Crystal Light lemonade, so the acid in it makes the Calcium tablets dissolve (takes awhile, though - but then I sip on the shake all day long, so it doesn't matter).

after dinner, I take a Calcet Creamy Bite or a Bariatric Advantage chew. Both taste like dessert. They're also both kind of expensive, but then, I only take them once a day.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I have been using Citracal tablets. It was rough at the beginning because I could not swallow these because they were too large. It took 2 months before I healed to the point that I could swallow these tablets. In the meantime I had to crush them. They tasted like chalk. I found the best way to down these was to put the crushed tablets in a glass of Crystal Light. Once I could swallow them whole it was a major relief.

I think expense is a major issue. You have to take so many of these, that you need to find the cheapest approach. After about a year and a half, I reduced the number that I was taking by a quarter. But when the blood work came in, they detected this and I was back on the full dose again. This is a requirement for the rest of my life. I have recently switched over to a generic brand of Citrical.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I don't have to start Calcium till four weeks out so I haven't had to deal with it yet. There are plenty of other things to focus on this week--protein, liquids etc!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This is what I use and feel it is a Godsend! I tried for many weeks looking, trying, buying, replacing and hating different Calcium supplements. All pills were way too big, all chewables were way too expensive and a few other liquids were horrible tasting.

http://www.costco.com/LIQUID-reViva%C2%AE-Calcium,-64-Ounces.product.11706458.html

The only issue is, it can't be found at every costco. I have to order it online because my closest costco doesn't carry it and the one almost an hour away isn't a viable option.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Has anyone tried twinlab they have all the bariatric Vitamins for like 40 bucks a month on Amazon

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • BeanitoDiego

      I changed my profile image to a molecule of protein. Why? Because I am certain that it saved my life.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • eclarke

      Two years out. Lost 120 , regained 5 lbs. Recently has a bout of Norovirus, lost 7 pounds in two days. Now my stomach feels like it did right after my surgery. Sore, sensitive to even water.  Anyone out there have a similar experience?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Eve411

      April Surgery
      Am I the only struggling to get weight down. I started with weight of 297 and now im 280 but seem to not lose more weight. My nutrtionist told me not to worry about the pounds because I might still be losing inches. However, I do not really see much of a difference is this happen to any of you, if so any tips?
      Thanks
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Clueless_girl

      Well recovering from gallbladder removal was a lot like recovering from the modified duodenal switch surgery, twice in 4 months yay 🥳😭. I'm having to battle cravings for everything i shouldn't have, on top of trying to figure out what happens after i eat something. Sigh, let me fast forward a couple of months when everyday isn't a constant battle and i can function like a normal person again! 😞
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • KeeWee

      It's been 10 long years! Here is my VSG weight loss surgiversary update..
      https://www.ae1bmerchme.com/post/10-year-surgiversary-update-for-2024 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×