India, July 17 -- Many people avoid taking calcium supplements because they believe they can cause kidney stones. However, experts say this common misconception may do more harm than good, especially for people who genuinely need calcium for bone health.

Dr Pradeep Prakash, Director - Urology, Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgery at Yashoda Hospital, Nehru Nagar, addressed the common misconception in an Instagram video and explained whether calcium supplements really increase the risk of kidney stones, and why stopping them without medical advice may not be the right decision. (Also read: 'I lost 15 kg and kept it off for 5 years': Woman shares her realistic approach to losing weight without extreme diets )

"Many people avoid calcium supple...