Perhaps no cell type uses calcium in as many ways as does a cardiac myocyte. In addition to its well-known involvement in regulating cardiac contractility, recent studies have emphasized the ...

BACKGROUND: We aimed to examine how coronary artery calcium (CAC) and its progression relate to cognitive function in midlife, an important time for cognitive aging. METHODS: We studied participants ...

Clusters of proteins found on neurons are calcium-signaling “hotspots” that link electrical signals to gene expression, allowing neurons to produce crucial proteins. The discovery may potentially lead ...

Foods like firm tofu, sardines, almonds, and chia seeds can offer more calcium per serving than a glass of milk, often with ...

Learn how calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium work in harmony to keep your bones strong, your muscles active, and your body thriving through every stage of life. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in ...

Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth and regulating nerve function.A cup of dairy milk provides 306 milligrams of calcium, nearly 25% ...

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 ...

A research team co-led by scientists from Kyoto University Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) in Japan has uncovered mechanisms of how dying cells activate a protein that triggers ...

Medically reviewed by Maggie Moon, MS, RD Calcium may compete with other nutrients for absorption in the body, such as iron, zinc, and magnesium, which can reduce the absorption of each.Taking calcium ...