Calcium intake

Low calcium intake may lead to sudden cardiac arrest

It has been found that individuals with lower levels of calcium in the blood, are more likely to experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) than those with higher calcium levels.

Oct 07, 2017, 11:00 AM IST

Calcium supplements raise risk of heart damage

The researchers found that among participants with highest dietary intake of calcium there was no increase in relative risk of developing heart disease over the 10-year study period.

Oct 12, 2016, 14:29 PM IST

More the dietary calcium, lower the heart risk

Lead author Sung Hye Kong from Seoul National University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea said that the role of dietary calcium intake in cardiovascular disease, stroke and fracture is controversial.

Apr 03, 2016, 15:29 PM IST

Just when you thought calcium pills can protect your bones

As per a recent study, increasing calcium intake through dietary sources or supplements is unlikely to improve bone health or prevent fractures in older people.

Sep 30, 2015, 13:41 PM IST