In a message dated 98-06-04 15:23:06 EDT, you write:

<< Tums are not a good
 source of calcium replacement, for the reason she has already mentioned.  It
 does change the acid in the stomach, which to some people can be very
 damaging.   >>

I think before misinformation starts to be disseminated, you need to cite your
sources for why you are stating this as fact.  Calcium carbonate is a good
source of calcium; it isn't as easily absorbed as say, calcium citrate, but it
is still okay.  Tums can cause constipation so for that reason it may not be
good for everyone.

My son's gastroenterologist recommends Tums for calcium supplementation.  I do
believe if there were digestive impairment from use of Tums that certainly a
gastroenterologist wouldn't recommend them for long term use.

Lynda