Consumers are confused and concerned following news reports that calcium can cause heart disease. We've asked natural health expert and Wellness Times editorial advisor, Michael T. Murray, ND, to shed some light on this important issue. Murray reveals the true findings of the study, discusses other research and provides a bottom line recommendation that consumers can trust. He also discusses the importance of balanced nutrients for bone health, which is a key reason people take calcium supplements in the first place.

Michael T. Murray, ND, is president and CEO of Dr. Murray Natural Living and is director of product development and education for Natural Factors, a major manufacturer of nutritional and herbal supplements. Murray received his doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, where he serves on the board of regents and is also a faculty member. He is coauthor of A Textbook of Natural Medicine and the Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine. He has also written more than 20 other books, including Dr. Murray's Total Body Tune-Up, The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines and The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods. For more information, visit DoctorMurray.com.