Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Molina Ortiz, MD Key Takeaways Calcium deposits can form in different parts of the body, including the arteries, joints, and skin.Eating foods high in potassium, like ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: A friend has been diagnosed with high blood calcium, and when I googled it, the results concerned me. Can you give information on this and how to discuss it with the doctor? I want to ...

Excessive calcium in the blood, known as hypercalcemia, can disrupt the heart’s electrical system, potentially leading to an irregular heartbeat or arrhythmia. Hypercalcemia is more likely to cause a ...

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the United States and around ...

Dear Dr. Roach: A friend has been diagnosed with high blood calcium, and when I googled it, the results concerned me. Can you give information on this and how to discuss it with the doctor? I want to ...

Dairy tends to be high in calcium, but milk and yogurt aren’t the only high-calcium foods. Other options include canned fish, ...

Not all patients with very high levels of coronary artery calcium (CAC) are created equal when it comes to cardiovascular risk, with new research providing some clues on how to identify a particularly ...

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 ...

Johna Burdeos is a family mom, registered dietitian and freelance writer. Having provided nutrition care to many patients with acute and chronic medical conditions over the years, Johna is passionate ...

Sudden spikes in blood pressure can stem from various triggers, including stress, certain medications, or the use of stimulants. A dangerously high blood pressure surge may cause symptoms like chest ...