DEAR DR. ROACH: I have calcium buildup throughout my vascular system. My legs were operated on, and the surgeon had to drill through the calcium to open up the blood flow. I am now told that there is ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 79-year-old female. Recently, I was diagnosed with moderate calcification of leaflets on my mitral valve. I have no symptoms but heard from a recent talk that even moderate ...

Calcium supplements may slightly lower blood pressure. It does this by supporting blood vessel function and by reducing parathyroid hormone levels. Taking calcium supplements over 1,000 milligrams a ...

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Calcium is a key mineral for long-term health, yet many people fall short of their daily needs. In fact, nearly 4 in 10 Americans don’t get enough, which can raise the risk of injury and disease. That ...