Urologist explains calcium supplements and kidney stone risk

Urologist Dr Pradeep Prakash states calcium supplements do not cause kidney stones.

Most kidney stones are calcium oxalate stones, but oxalate is the problem, not calcium.

Calcium supplements are important for bone health, especially for women over 45 and older men at risk of osteoporosis.

Risk of calcium oxalate stones can be reduced through dietary modifications and medications.

Stopping calcium supplements without medical advice may be harmful.