Dietary sources of calcium are very common, so calcium deficiency isn’t usually a problem. However, some people have conditions that cause them to digest too much calcium from food, which can cause ...

Identifying the areas of our diets that could use a little extra attention is a tricky business. Take calcium deficiency, for example: Though calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and a ...

Calcium keeps your bones, muscles, heart, and nerves working properly, but many adults do not get enough. If you are low on calcium, you might notice things like muscle cramps, tingling, or mood ...

In a recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine, a group of researchers assessed the noninferiority of a 500-mg daily dose of calcium supplementation compared to a 1500-mg dose in ...

To help prevent preeclampsia and preterm birth - common complications in pregnancy that can be fatal to women and newborns - low-dose calcium supplementation (equivalent to one 500-milligram pill per ...

This article was originally published on HCP Live. This version has been lightly edited. Adequate magnesium and calcium intake, which is associated with improved nutritional status, may reduce ...