PubHawk
February 2021 PMID 33509400

Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for Cardiovascular Health: JACC Focus Seminar.

Erin D Michos, Miguel Cainzos-Achirica, Amir S Heravi, Lawrence J Appel

Full text PDF Download social card

Mentions

107
Peak: 47 in Dec 2022
across 5 sources since Jan 2021

Extended reach

620,444
potential audience

Total likes

483

Video views

5,967

Mentions per month

Jan 2021 – Mar 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter93 posts
  • Facebook5 posts
  • News5 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Reddit2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, the discussions predominantly support the idea that supplements like vitamin D and calcium have limited or no cardiovascular benefits, with examples illustrating that supplementation does not significantly reduce risks or may even pose harms. The tone is cautious, emphasizing natural intake and illustrating skepticism toward routine supplement use based on the article's findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions highlight that vitamin D and calcium supplements are not strongly supported by evidence to improve cardiovascular health, showing a general consensus of skepticism about their benefits.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions reveal high interest, as many participants emphasize the importance of natural sources and caution regarding supplementation, indicating active engagement with the topic.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts cite specific studies, mention guidelines, and share personal opinions, demonstrating deep engagement through analytical comments and references to research findings.

ImpactHigh impact

The conversations influence current health perspectives, emphasizing lifestyle modifications over supplements, which could impact public and clinical approaches to cardiovascular health.

Abstract in brief

  • Vitamin D and calcium supplements are commonly used to support bone health, but their impact on heart health is uncertain, with studies showing mixed results.
  • While low vitamin D levels are linked to higher cardiovascular risk, supplementing with vitamin D hasn't proven to reduce this risk in controlled trials, so focusing on healthy lifestyle choices is recommended.
  • Calcium supplements may pose potential cardiovascular risks, so it's advised to obtain calcium primarily from dietary sources and use supplements cautiously, considering current evidence.]
Read the full abstract

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 274 likes · 59 shares · 314,892 followers View post →
Prabhakar Dorairaj
@prabhud19 · X

From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation has not reduced cardiovascular risk. Some studies have found increased risk with calcium supplementation. So use dietary calcium only.

Jul 31, 2021 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 1,622 followers View post →
Dr M. Mahesh (ಮಹೇಶ್) (he/him/his)
@mmahesh1 · X

Vitamin D and Calcium are essential for good health. Obtaining naturally is best - diet, sun exposure, physical activities. If supplements are needed, understand potential risks Check out article from my colleague @HopkinsMedicine @ErinMichos @aapmHQ https://t.co/qQtqfmPGWE https://t.co/3MogCDvTzm

Jul 31, 2021 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 5,282 followers View post →
Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
@KoushikReddyMD · X

86% of US population takes supplements. 9% of the US population eats recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. Here is what the experts are saying about this. @ErinMichos https://t.co/qS63vDtKQa

Feb 13, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 4,941 followers View post →
Orchid
@orchid_4180 · X

The Journal of the American College of Cardiology says Vitamin D supplements don’t actually help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart failure. It’s better to get ☀️ and modify your diet. #biom4180 https://t.co/vcKmWDQ5Bp Here’s an image explaining the study⬇️ https://t.co/rZX0pgfyrC

Feb 3, 2021 · 5 likes · 85 followers View post →
Mohammed Al Kanan,PharmD,BCPS.
@iK2NAN · X

Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for CV Outcomes.

Feb 16, 2021 · 4 likes · 4 shares · 5,290 followers View post →

All mentions

Prabhakar Dorairaj
@prabhud19 · X

@ErinMichos would like your comment " your article recommended natural calcium plus vitamin D alone" https://t.co/09YuSXE3FF

Oct 2, 2023 · 1,622 followers View post →
Ph.Gabriel Steg
@gabrielsteg · X

@du19100 @DDupagne @SBurtey pour la bonne bouche… cette revue qui montre notamment l’absence de benefice cardiovasculaire et même les effets delétéres https://t.co/3tZs7or3WJ

Aug 15, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,952 followers View post →
schnabel
@docshnabel · X

https://t.co/RTpp9RRgAM "Furthermore, some (but not all) observational and RCT studies of calcium supplementation have suggested potential for cardiovascular harm. Therefore, calcium supplementation should be used cautiously"

Jun 2, 2023 · 578 followers View post →
Bankole
@phylix69 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Jan 2, 2023 · 59 shares · 1,733 followers View post →
Cancer
@neuron6760 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Jan 1, 2023 · 59 shares · 207 followers View post →
phea
@SopheaSwift · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Jan 1, 2023 · 59 shares · 844 followers View post →
javeed
@javeedali83 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Jan 1, 2023 · 59 shares · 280 followers View post →
Jessica Ramos, MD
@djessica_f · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 292 followers View post →
Dr.Abdullah Alsaeedi
@alsaeedi68 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 4,516 followers View post →
Nada Hassib
@NadaHassib1 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 769 followers View post →
Alam Nuri
@alam_nuri · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 1,520 followers View post →
Zahid
@MeHateBigots · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 364 followers View post →
Bree Sang
@Brenda_S82 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 92 followers View post →
Anupam Khemariya
@AnupamKhemariya · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 104 followers View post →
Akshay_dehlvi
@Akshay2771999 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 4 followers View post →
vishnu gopal
@vishnugopalsir · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 49 followers View post →
girltwink extraordinaire
@stackablecups · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 335 followers View post →
PS
@ponsharan · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 31, 2022 · 59 shares · 293 followers View post →
Jayamohan M
@JayamohanM24 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 23 followers View post →
Patrick Farsey
@PatrickFarsey · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 54 followers View post →
Supertramp
@BananaRpblic · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 66 followers View post →
Gavaskar08
@Gavaskar08 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 338 followers View post →
Derek Griffin
@DerekGriffin86 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 38,410 followers View post →
Bazamuganga
@BazamugangaHI · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 616 followers View post →
Poppyjuice
@Poppyjuice · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 7,766 followers View post →
Kat(rina McD)
@krazykitkatm · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 899 followers View post →
monty chadha
@monty_chadha · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 2,613 followers View post →
Arachne Kallisti
@arachnekallisti · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 264 followers View post →
Wealth Manager
@Analyst_Aayush · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 85 followers View post →
Captain Science
@_captainscience · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 5,521 followers View post →
The BatMan
@wayne___bruce__ · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 48 followers View post →
PK
@LividBuffalo9 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 238 followers View post →
killgod
@killgod2 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 108 followers View post →
Narsimha Ch
@narsimhulu4 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 25 followers View post →
Sathish Kumar
@ProcomSathish · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 482 followers View post →
IAmDEAD
@AmDeadAlive · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 144 followers View post →
Aravindan
@aravindkmc · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 165 followers View post →
Abby
@india_abby · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 186 followers View post →
(((Liz Ditz))). Mask up, y'all. Viruses are real.
@lizditz · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 10,487 followers View post →
Dr. Katiesci
@katiesci · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 2,540 followers View post →
IUI
@Imaam_UI · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 1,451 followers View post →
Prasenjeet Bagchi
@PrasenjeetBagc4 · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 996 followers View post →
Prasan Kumar
@prasan_kumar · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 318 followers View post →
moin
@moinzzzz · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 2 followers View post →
John Wick
@Johnvvicked · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 37 followers View post →
Will Telldog Face
@ReasonSupreme · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 508 followers View post →
Ashok
@kaunfuseEngg · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 152 followers View post →
Ruchi Angrish (She/Her/Hers)
@RuchiAngrish · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 4,694 followers View post →
Bayern Stan
@Santa_Lenin · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 691 followers View post →
suchindra
@reachsuchindra · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 12 followers View post →
yoro
@yorotp · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 322 followers View post →
คเןคչ
@Team_Xtremee · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 13 followers View post →
Rida
@sanobeee · X

RT @theliverdr: Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 59 shares · 1,467 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

Sources

Dec 30, 2022 · 274 likes · 59 shares · 314,892 followers View post →
Linda
@wordfinga · X

RT @mmahesh1: Vitamin D and Calcium are essential for good health. Obtaining naturally is best - diet, sun exposure, physical activities. I…

Aug 1, 2021 · 4 shares · 4,581 followers View post →
Dr. Luiz Silva
@DrLuizSilva1 · X

RT @prabhud19: From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation…

Aug 1, 2021 · 7 shares · 392 followers View post →
Kamol
@KamolMU · X

RT @mmahesh1: Vitamin D and Calcium are essential for good health. Obtaining naturally is best - diet, sun exposure, physical activities. I…

Jul 31, 2021 · 4 shares · 100 followers View post →
Monica Aggarwal, MD
@drmaggarwal · X

RT @mmahesh1: Vitamin D and Calcium are essential for good health. Obtaining naturally is best - diet, sun exposure, physical activities. I…

Jul 31, 2021 · 4 shares · 5,285 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @prabhud19: From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation…

Jul 31, 2021 · 7 shares · 1,365 followers View post →
Dr M. Mahesh (ಮಹೇಶ್) (he/him/his)
@mmahesh1 · X

Vitamin D and Calcium are essential for good health. Obtaining naturally is best - diet, sun exposure, physical activities. If supplements are needed, understand potential risks Check out article from my colleague @HopkinsMedicine @ErinMichos @aapmHQ https://t.co/qQtqfmPGWE https://t.co/3MogCDvTzm

Jul 31, 2021 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 5,282 followers View post →
fauzialmaliky
@slamfauzi · X

RT @prabhud19: From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation…

Jul 31, 2021 · 7 shares · 335 followers View post →
Kitty Sanmar
@lamujerdelila · X

RT @prabhud19: From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation…

Jul 31, 2021 · 7 shares · 590 followers View post →
Ganesan
@ganesh48205798 · X

RT @prabhud19: From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation…

Jul 31, 2021 · 7 shares · 36 followers View post →
Prabhakar Dorairaj
@prabhud19 · X

From @jaccjournals https://t.co/09qXn5VPXg @ErinMichos Lovely article on Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D supplementation has not reduced cardiovascular risk. Some studies have found increased risk with calcium supplementation. So use dietary calcium only.

Jul 31, 2021 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 1,622 followers View post →
Hany Ragy
@Hragy · X

RT @drmaggarwal: @Hragy @ErinMichos @JACCJournals https://t.co/7ubNed6xx4

Apr 8, 2021 · 1 share · 80,666 followers View post →
Monica Aggarwal, MD
@drmaggarwal · X

@Hragy @ErinMichos @JACCJournals https://t.co/7ubNed6xx4

Apr 8, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 5,285 followers View post →
Noemi
@NoemiOrtega1304 · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Mar 6, 2021 · 12 shares · 139 followers View post →
Maria Elena de las Heras Alonso
@Elena_Heras · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Mar 3, 2021 · 12 shares · 2,299 followers View post →
Dídac Martí
@DidacMD11 · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 27, 2021 · 12 shares · 373 followers View post →
Dionicia Pizarnik Storni
@AleGalu24 · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 76 followers View post →
Ana Peinado
@AnaPeinadoCard · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 203 followers View post →
Al
@AlexCarratala · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 376 followers View post →
quaerere cardiologia
@juferpas · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 129 followers View post →
Jose Villanueva
@lvillanueva59 · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 131 followers View post →
•Wilian Rivas
@Wilian_Rivas · X

RT @jvillacastin: Últimas recomendaciones en cuanto a recomendar suplementos de Calcio y Vit D y salud cardiovascular.  https://t.co/YgwjEr…

Feb 26, 2021 · 12 shares · 863 followers View post →
أحمد فرحان
@ahemadalnzi · X

RT @iK2NAN: Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for CV Outcomes.

Feb 16, 2021 · 4 shares · 220 followers View post →
دارين فهد .
@darenfahad221 · X

RT @iK2NAN: Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for CV Outcomes.

Feb 16, 2021 · 4 shares · 229 followers View post →
Mohammed Al Kanan,PharmD,BCPS.
@iK2NAN · X

Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for CV Outcomes.

Feb 16, 2021 · 4 likes · 4 shares · 5,290 followers View post →
Healthy Nutrition Ⓥ
@Saverforlater · X

RT @KoushikReddyMD: 86% of US population takes supplements. 9% of the US population eats recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. H…

Feb 14, 2021 · 1 share · 2,083 followers View post →
Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
@KoushikReddyMD · X

86% of US population takes supplements. 9% of the US population eats recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. Here is what the experts are saying about this. @ErinMichos https://t.co/qS63vDtKQa

Feb 13, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 4,941 followers View post →
Jan Reinel de Castro
@janjrc · X

Feb 7, 2021 · 1 like · 507 followers View post →
Orchid
@orchid_4180 · X

The Journal of the American College of Cardiology says Vitamin D supplements don’t actually help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart failure. It’s better to get ☀️ and modify your diet. #biom4180 https://t.co/vcKmWDQ5Bp Here’s an image explaining the study⬇️ https://t.co/rZX0pgfyrC

Feb 3, 2021 · 5 likes · 85 followers View post →
pinacol
@pinacol · X

【総説】ビタミンD、カルシウムサプリメントと心血管の健康のための意味 #ペ読 https://t.co/jOsuWV0j4z

Jan 29, 2021 · 1 like · 1,621 followers View post →
Lauren Young
@_lyoung05 · X

Do you take your vitamins?

Jan 29, 2021 · 1 like · 45 followers View post →
Dr. Euclides Cavalcanti
@Links_Medicus · X

Vitamin D, calcium, other vitamins, and supplements do not prevent cardiovascular diseases – via @TCTMD https://t.co/5zaumHH2g0 Original Study 1: https://t.co/EpPn0CV0P7

Jan 27, 2021 · 29,379 followers View post →
Andre Bezerra
@andrebez · X

Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements, and Implications for Cardiovascular Health: JACC Focus Seminar https://t.co/Ey6ASUiUbD

Jan 26, 2021 · 3,188 followers View post →
George Samaras
@gmsamaras · X

RT @SantosGallegoMD: @girish_nadkarni @ChristosArgyrop @DBelardoMD @ChristosArgyrop should take kale, quinoa and especially the very useful…

Jan 26, 2021 · 1 share · 1,303 followers View post →
Carlos G Santos-Gallego, MD
@SantosGallegoMD · X

@girish_nadkarni @ChristosArgyrop @DBelardoMD @ChristosArgyrop should take kale, quinoa and especially the very useful Vit D; see its (lack of) benefits on https://t.co/4JLpGhbqqF https://t.co/veP7Mlwwct

Jan 26, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 2,468 followers View post →
David Winchester @drdavemd.bsky.social
@drdavemd · X

Too bad that supplements don't magically cure heart disease, I guess we'll have to keep working on healthy diets, exercise, quitting smoking, controlling BP/glucose/lipids, etc. https://t.co/wa81FGm8Hr https://t.co/qXI6Ps42Ow @JACCJournals @DBelardoMD @drmaggarwal

Jan 26, 2021 · 1 like · 1,012 followers View post →
Muhammad Tahir
@tauhair · X

RT @ValleAlfonso: @JACCJournals

Jan 26, 2021 · 1 share · 239 followers View post →
Geerar Velaz
@GeerarRys · X

La panacea de la vitamina D. https://t.co/CnhLFLqShf

Jan 25, 2021 · 109 followers View post →
Alfonso Valle
@ValleAlfonso · X

@JACCJournals

Jan 25, 2021 · 1 share · 21,714 followers View post →
Edgardo Alania
@Ed_Alania · X

Jan 25, 2021 · 3 likes · 10,340 followers View post →