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Expert opinion please: could taking a calcium supplement reduce anxiety?

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Unlikely : Calcium as a mineral causes an increase in muscle tone and in excess can contribute to muscle spasm, headaches, and heartburn. Not a recipe for relaxation.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/28/2015

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Calcium: Calcium & magnesium have been shown to benefit some, not all, people with chronic anxiety. Consult your primary care doc. First.

Dr Rosenblum agreed

Answered 8/11/2014

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