Calcium supplements may be a bonus for bone health. But if you’re taking these medications, your supplement might backfire. Calcium is a vital mineral essential for strong bones and teeth. It also ...

Vitamin D and calcium supplementation may reduce risk of cancer but increase risk of cardiovascular disease, new study shows. The study, which looked at postmenopausal women, showed that the ...

BALTIMORE, Md. (KFSN) -- Researchers say they now have evidence that too much of a good thing can possibly damage your heart. The results of a new study suggest that calcium supplements may raise the ...

Calcium’s bone health benefits are well-established, but research suggests it could support heart health, too. Some studies show that calcium supplements may even help lower cholesterol. A randomized ...

May 30, 2012 (Heidelberg, Germany [UPDATED])— Authors of another study suggesting that calcium supplements might increase the risk of MI say people who do need more calcium should first and foremost ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Most people are aware that calcium is a vital mineral for developing and strengthening your bones and ...

Janice asks the question: 'Calcium Supplements And Pain Medication?' — -- Question: Hi. I'm Janice. I'm of an age to need calcium supplements, but I'm on Neurontin -- which is made less effective ...

Taking the supplements may not lower fracture risks, a JAMA study found. — -- Taking calcium and vitamin D supplements may not actually lower fracture risks for elder adults living independently, ...

Should you dole out your dose at breakfast or later in the day? Here’s what you need to know. The word “calcium” might conjure an image of a tall glass of cow’s milk. While a cup of milk is an ...

Supplements that contained calcium, vitamin D or both may not prevent fractures in older adults, according to a study published in JAMA. Researchers searched PubMed, Cochrane library and EMBASE ...

Imbibing calcium in supplement form may be associated with an increased risk of plaque buildup in the arteries and heart damage, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American ...