Calcium and vitamin D supplements not associated with lower risk of fractures

Evidence does not support the routine use of supplements in older people living in the community Related items fromOnMedica Vitamin D reduces respiratory infections but may increase falls for older adults Heart attack/stroke risks may outweigh benefits of calcium supplement Dietary calcium not linked to fracture risk Neither vitamin D nor exercise affect overall fall rates among older women A new focus on falls prevention
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