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 ...

Having a coronary artery calcium (CAC) score of zero has generally been accepted as a marker of a very low risk of having a cardiac event within the next five years. However, age is a strong ...

Calcium does a lot of heavy lifting to keep your body functioning at its best. "Calcium is crucial for maintaining bone strength. In fact, 99% of the calcium in your body is found in your bones and ...

Think calcium only matters for bone health? These overlooked signs could indicate your body needs more of this nutrient.

The new interactive Global Map of Dietary Calcium Intake in Adults, launched today by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), reveals that many populations are not getting enough calcium 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 ...

In a new study, researchers found that individuals with lower levels of calcium in the blood, which is easily monitored, are more likely to experience SCA than those with higher calcium levels. Sudden ...

A new study, published in the journal Nutrients, investigates factors associated with cognitive performance in older adults. In agreement with previous research, it finds that age, body mass index ...