NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In elderly people, higher levels of calcium in the blood are associated with poorer mental function and faster decline in cognitive ability, Dutch researchers have shown.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 62-year-old white male who is 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighs 205 pounds. I have diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I was recently diagnosed with “moderate to ...

Learn how vitamin D and calcium work together to promote bone health. Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium, which is essential for building strong bones.

When most people hear “calcium,” they immediately think of strong bones and teeth. While this connection is certainly valid, calcium carbonate’s benefits extend far beyond skeletal support. This ...