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N Engl J Med February 2006 PMID 16481635

Calcium plus vitamin D supplementation and the risk of fractures.

Rebecca D Jackson, Andrea Z LaCroix, Margery Gass, Robert B Wallace, John Robbins, Cora E Lewis, Tamsen Bassford, Shirley A A Beresford, Henry R Black, Patricia Blanchette, Denise E Bonds, Robert L Brunner, Robert G Brzyski, Bette Caan, Jane A Cauley

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What people are saying

The posts reflect a balanced curiosity about the research, with some users questioning the benefit of supplements (“wasn't great...”), while others warn about potential risks like kidney stones. The tone varies from cautious to dismissive, illustrating mixed engagement and no clear consensus on the article's significance.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The posts show mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of calcium and vitamin D supplementation, while others acknowledge the findings.

InterestNeutral interest

Discussions are somewhat focused, especially around the health implications and the study's relevance, but overall the interest appears neutral.

EngagementModerate engagement

Most users briefly mention the study results, with some sharing personal experiences or warnings, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions reflect awareness of the research but do not seem to strongly influence or alter health behaviors significantly.

Abstract in brief

  • This study involved over 36,000 postmenopausal women aged 50-79 who were given calcium and vitamin D supplements or a placebo to see if these help prevent fractures; results showed only a small increase in hip bone density but no significant reduction in actual fractures.
  • The data suggests that while calcium plus vitamin D can slightly improve bone density, it does not significantly lower the risk of hip or spine fractures and may increase the risk of kidney stones.
  • The study findings highlight that taking calcium and vitamin D supplements does not conclusively prevent fractures in healthy postmenopausal women, although adherence to the supplement may slightly improve hip bone density.]
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Rebecca Brady, MD, PhD
@rebeccagbrady · X

@DrJenGunter Citation for the meta-analysis: https://t.co/aivA5p5gLb

Aug 25, 2019 · 17 likes · 624 followers View post →
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@analogmanx1 · X

つみろん(積み論文消化ラボ)号外 Calcium plus Vitamin D Supplementation and the Risk of Fractures (カルシウムとビタミンD補充療法が骨折リスクに与える影響) PMID: 26510847 #AI #論文

Jul 4, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,188 followers View post →
Boussageon Rémy
@BoussageonR · X

@Damkyan_Omega @FZores Rappelez vous , déjà avec du calcium c'était pas génial... https://t.co/IJkGZtmo4T

Jul 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 673 followers View post →
Pedro Politi
@PedroPoliti · X

@PabloRichly Suplementacion diaria con Vit D + calcio NO redujo riesgo de fracturas osteoporoticas en un ensayo prospectivo, aleatorizado, versus placebo, en más de 36.000 mujeres menopausicas. Pero si...aumento el riesgo de cálculos renales! Ensayo WHI https://t.co/teOi7rhFq4

Sep 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1,487 followers View post →
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@analogmanx1 · X

カルシウムとビタミンDの補給と骨折リスク Calcium plus Vitamin D Supplementation and the Risk of Fractures PMID: 26510847 #AI #論文

Jul 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,188 followers View post →
Asociación Puertorriqueña Energía Verde (APEV)
@energiaverdepr · X

The Women’s Health Initiative, a randomized placebo-controlled trial of calcium and vitamin D in more than 36,000 postmenopausal women, found a 17 percent increase in the incidence of kidney stones. A report prepared for the Preve…https://t.co/cDyWf0n5WO https://t.co/SuwaoCdyQK

Oct 19, 2021 · 1 like · 987 followers View post →

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@tak_pom · X

RT @analogmanx1: カルシウムとビタミンDの補給と骨折リスク Calcium plus Vitamin D Supplementation and the Risk of Fractures PMID: 26510847 #AI #論文

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@analogmanx1 · X

カルシウムとビタミンDの補給と骨折リスク Calcium plus Vitamin D Supplementation and the Risk of Fractures PMID: 26510847 #AI #論文

Jul 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,188 followers View post →
アナログマン
@analogmanx1 · X

つみろん(積み論文消化ラボ)号外 Calcium plus Vitamin D Supplementation and the Risk of Fractures (カルシウムとビタミンD補充療法が骨折リスクに与える影響) PMID: 26510847 #AI #論文

Jul 4, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,188 followers View post →
Boussageon Rémy
@BoussageonR · X

@Damkyan_Omega @FZores Rappelez vous , déjà avec du calcium c'était pas génial... https://t.co/IJkGZtmo4T

Jul 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 673 followers View post →
Asociación Puertorriqueña Energía Verde (APEV)
@energiaverdepr · X

The Women’s Health Initiative, a randomized placebo-controlled trial of calcium and vitamin D in more than 36,000 postmenopausal women, found a 17 percent increase in the incidence of kidney stones. A report prepared for the Preve…https://t.co/cDyWf0n5WO https://t.co/SuwaoCdyQK

Oct 19, 2021 · 1 like · 987 followers View post →
Pedro Politi
@PedroPoliti · X

@PabloRichly Suplementacion diaria con Vit D + calcio NO redujo riesgo de fracturas osteoporoticas en un ensayo prospectivo, aleatorizado, versus placebo, en más de 36.000 mujeres menopausicas. Pero si...aumento el riesgo de cálculos renales! Ensayo WHI https://t.co/teOi7rhFq4

Sep 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1,487 followers View post →
Ragnarok
@8krypton8 · X

@Covid19Crusher but be careful If you don't need Vitamin D supplements. Firstly you should visit your doctor. https://t.co/90yas7UoBb

Jun 23, 2020 · 69 followers View post →
Rebecca Brady, MD, PhD
@rebeccagbrady · X

@DrJenGunter Citation for the meta-analysis: https://t.co/aivA5p5gLb

Aug 25, 2019 · 17 likes · 624 followers View post →