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CALCIUM NEWS

Calcium in your heart arteries: Does it mean you have a blockage?

September 08, 2026 8:08 am

A calcium score can be a warning sign of heart disease but it does not tell you how badly an artery is blocked. Here’s why a person with a score of 900 may have only minor blockages, while someone with a score of zero can still have a 90 per cent blockage

Get calcium from food first, not supplements: Top doc panel's latest prescription

July 02, 2026 5:00 pm

The new expert consensus recommends a food-first approach to calcium, advises supplements only when medically indicated and dispels common myths about bone health, kidney stones, vitamin D and heart disease

Why a zero calcium score may not mean you’re protected from a heart attack

June 04, 2026 9:28 am

A calcium score of zero may suggest lower short-term heart attack risk, but doctors say it does not guarantee complete protection.

Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya says her mother advised her to have chironji dana ever since news of her pregnancy: 'Bacche ke bones ache honge'

May 11, 2026 9:30 am

A balanced diet, guided by a healthcare professional, is always the best way to ensure both maternal health and optimal fetal development

Expert explains why women over 40 need these 7 specific nutrients and the one supplement warning you can't ignore

May 06, 2026 6:12 pm

As women cross the threshold into their 40s, the nutritional strategies that fueled their 20s and 30s often need a serious recalibration.

Neha Dhupia urges people to stop propagating the idea that milk is unhealthy, admits she drinks it 'all the time'

April 12, 2026 3:02 pm

If milk works for you, it can be a helpful addition to your routine. But that may not be for all. Here's why

Watermelon seed paneer: Is the viral social media trend actually healthier than tofu or Indian cottage cheese?

April 08, 2026 5:54 pm

From a broader health perspective, paneer provides calcium and vitamin B12, which are important nutrients, especially in vegetarian diets

32-year-old took calcium supplements for bones and hair: Why did she land in hospital?

March 06, 2026 7:31 am

More isn’t better just because the supplement seems harmless. Trust doctors and not online advice

The Vitamin D trap: Why you might be missing the most crucial part of bone health

February 04, 2026 5:40 pm

Taking vitamin D supplements alone can be less effective. Here's why you should take it along with calcium.

Calcium tablets vs ragi: Which is a better addition to your menopausal diet?

November 22, 2025 10:30 am

The calcium requirement is higher for peri and post menopausal women - in India, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for calcium is 600mg and 800mg per day for post menopausal women

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How calcium affects heart health

October 17, 2025 1:16 pm

Thinking why calcium should be consumed in a balanced way? This is how excess calcium consumption can affect heart health.

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