Why is calcium important for heart health?

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  1.  Emilia Klapp
     
    Emilia Klapp answered:
    Calcium is important for maintaining normal blood pressure. It also is required for the regulation of heart-muscle function and nerve transmission. Studies have shown that as consumption of calcium increases, the risk of high blood pressure decreases, especially when coupled with adequate intakes of magnesium.
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    Calcium is important for maintaining normal blood pressure. It also is required for the regulation of heart-muscle function and nerve transmission. Studies have shown that as consumption of calcium increases, the risk of high blood pressure... More