Scientists identify a molecular switch that controls water flow in the gut
Although constipation and diarrhea may seem like opposite problems, they both hinge on the same underlying issue: how…
Small shifts in blood sodium may influence human brain excitability
Even within the healthy range, small differences in blood sodium were associated with measurable changes in brain excitability,…
Calcium signaling helps maintain protein quality in the endoplasmic reticulum
Calcium (Ca2+) drives many cellular functions, though the way it controls quality of proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum…
UBC researchers reveal how statins trigger muscle damage
Statins have transformed heart health, saving millions of lives by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart…
Apollo orthopaedic surgeon says ‘calcium is not enough for bones’; shares how to keep them healthy and strong for life
We often think popping a calcium tablet is enough to keep our bones strong, but that’s only part…
Yogurt’s impact on bone health falls short of fracture protection, review finds
Although yogurt is often praised for its nutrient profile, this review reveals that its real-world impact on adult…
Calcium & Heart Health – Why too much calcium can harm your heart: The truth doctors want you to know |
Image genrated using AI tool Calcium is often praised as the key to healthy bones. But new research…
Do daily calcium supplements affect dementia risk?
Share on PinterestCalcium supplements do not increase dementia risk, a new study suggests. Image credit: Olly R/StocksyMany older…
Physician explains why only taking calcium supplements cannot prevent osteoporosis: ‘Excess supplements may raise risk…’
Osteoporosis, often called the “silent disease,” weakens bones gradually and usually goes unnoticed until a fracture occurs. While…
Scientists uncover brain circuit that turns cravings into eating behavior
Scientists uncovered how the brain’s bed nucleus of the stria terminalis acts as a master switchboard, merging reward…
Innovative cryo-microscopy offers precise views of rapid cell activity
Optical microscopy is a key technique for understanding dynamic biological processes in cells, but observing these high-speed cellular…
High-Dose vitamin D for VLBW infants
Doubling the vitamin D dose for premature, very low birth weight infants can safely give their tiny bones…