Should you take a calcium supplement? And if so, how much? Here's what to know about calcium's benefits and some warnings.

Experts explain the importance of incorporating calcium-rich foods into your diet and break down the 15 best options you can ...

Yes, your body needs calcium. But can you get too much of a good thing? Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Calcium is the most abundant mineral in your body. You probably already know ...

You've heard that calcium is good for your bones. But what does it actually do? Let's find out the truth about calcium. Is calcium really good for your body? You bet your bones it is. You need ...

When your body is deprived of calcium, it conserves it, prompting you to produce higher levels of calcitriol, a hormone that triggers increased production of fat cells. Extra calcium in your diet ...

You’ve probably heard of the chemical calcium in milk. But calcium shows up in lots of other stuff too. For example, the hard part of your bones and teeth is made from calcium connected to a chemical ...

Calcium is essential for bone health. Yet 16 percent of 11–18 year olds and 9 percent of 16–49 year olds consume less than the Lowest Reference Nutrient Intake (LRNI) of calcium through food ...

Don't stop taking your calcium supplements just yet. Recent health headlines would have you believe that if you take calcium supplements you could be increasing your chances of having a heart attack.

Calcium chloride is the most effective and least expensive cold weather accelerator for concrete. But its use may be limited by building codes or prohibited by some specifications. Contractors ...