Can the daily dose of Cal-EZ be divided over several meals?
Absolutely! To optimize absorption of calcium, you can divide the 1000 mg daily amount into two doses by taking a half-packet of Cal-EZ at a time. The top of the packet can be folded closed and will maintain full potency for several days. Most people, however, take all their daily vitamins in one sitting. Realizing this fact, the National Osteoporosis Foundation states that “Calcium, whether from diet or supplements, is best absorbed when taken in amounts of 500-600 mg or less. Taking your calcium all at once, however, is better than not taking it at all.” Moreover, the fact that Cal-EZ is in a powder form should result in improved absorption as compared to tablets or pills that must first be broken down in the stomach.
