Osteoporosis prevention: are there benefits to taking Calcium + Vitamin D3?

My elderly mother has osteoporosis. Her doctor said I should speak to my doctor for preventative measures. My doctor has prescribed calcichew tablets. What are the dangers of taking these over a long period of time?

There are no dangers in taking calcium or vitamin D long term.Vitamn D is fat soluble so do not oerdose.
With diagnosed osteoporosis, there are drugs that can put bone back on if the patient can tolerate them. (sit up for 1/2 hour after taking them)
Excercise is also important for osteoporosis.Weight bearing excercise such as walkingis very good.
Get a good dit with a good variety of fruits and vegetables. Source(s): nutritionist

vitamin D aids in the absorbtion of calcium.
a good calcium suppliment will contain vitamin D/D3
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