Studies find little benefit with calcium supplements

Tuesday, September 29, 2015
NEW YORK (WABC) -- With possible side effects like constipation and kidney stones, are calcium supplements worth it?

A review of multiple studies says the benefits are limited.
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For women and men over age 50, taking calcium increased bone density by only one or two percent over five years.

They were also no less likely to have a fracture.
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