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Calcium and calcium supplements: Achieving the right balance
Who should consider calcium supplements?
More isn't always better: Too much calcium has risks
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The benefits of calcium
The risks of too little calcium
Calcium requirements
Calcium and diet
Calcium and vitamin D
Do I need a calcium supplement?
Do calcium supplements have risks?
Types of calcium supplements
Choosing calcium supplements
More isn't always needed or better
More isn't always better: Too much calcium has risks
Content
The benefits of calcium
The risks of too little calcium
Calcium requirements
Calcium and diet
Calcium and vitamin D
Do I need a calcium supplement?
Do calcium supplements have risks?
Types of calcium supplements
Choosing calcium supplements
More isn't always needed or better
The benefits of calcium
Your body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones. But calcium is not only important for bone health. It also helps the muscles, heart and nerves work as they should.
Some studies suggest that calcium may have benefits for other health conditions. Several studies and health organizations recommend that increased calcium intake may help prevent preeclampsia during pregnancy for those with low calcium levels. Calcium also may help protect against cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. But more research is needed into these other possible benefits.
