The Miracle Of Magnesium

[RiceGuy]

I found an article which everyone should read. Below is an excerpt.

Magnesium deficiency triggers or causes the following conditions:

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Anxiety and Panic attacks- Magnesium (Mg) normally keeps adrenal stress hormones under control.

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Asthma- Both histamine production and bronchial spasms increase with Mg deficiency.

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Blood clots- Mg has an important role to play in preventing blood clots and keeping the blood thin-much like aspirin but without the side effects.

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Bowel disease- Mg deficiency slows down the bowel causing constipation, which could lead to toxicity and malabsorption of nutrients, as well as colitis.

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Cystitis- Bladder spasms are worsened by Mg deficiency.

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Depression-Serotonin, which elevates moods, is dependent on Mg. A Mg-deficient brain is also more susceptible to allergens, foreign substances that can cause symptoms similar to mental illness.

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Detoxification- Mg is crucial for the removal of toxic substances and heavy metals such as aluminum and lead.

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Diabetes- Mg enhances insulin secretion, facilitating sugar metabolism. Without Mg insulin is not able to transfer glucose into cells. Glucose and insulin build up in the blood causing various types of tissue damage.

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Fatigue- Mg-deficient patients commonly experience fatigue because dozens of enzyme systems are under-functioning. An early symptom of Mg deficiency is frequently fatigue.

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Heart disease- Mg deficiency is common in people with heart disease. Mg is administered in hospitals for acute myocardial infarction and cardiac arrhythmia. Like any other muscle, the heart muscle requires Mg. Mg is also used to treat angina, or chest pain.

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Hypertension- With insufficient Mg, spasm of blood vessels and high cholesterol occur, both of which lead to blood pressure problems.

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Hypoglycemia- Mg keeps insulin under control; without Mg episodes of low blood sugar can result.

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Insomnia- Sleep-regulating melatonin production is disturbed without sufficient Mg.

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Kidney Disease- Mg deficiency contributes to atherosclerotic kidney failure. Mg deficiency creates abnormal lipid levels and worsening blood sugar control in kidney transplant patients.

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Liver Disease leading to liver failure- Mg deficiency commonly occurs during liver transplantation.

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Migraine- Serotonin balance is Mg-dependent. Deficiency of serotonin can result in migraine headaches and depression.

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Musculoskeletal conditions- Fibrositis, fibromyalgia, muscle spasms, eye twitches, cramps and chronic neck and back pain may be caused by Mg deficiency and can be relieved with Mg supplements.

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Nerve problems- Mg alleviates peripheral nerve disturbances throughout the whole body, such as migraines, muscle contractions, gastrointestinal spasms, and calf, foot and toe cramps. It is also used in treating central nervous symptoms of vertigo and confusion.

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Obstetrics and Gynecology- Mg prevents Premenstrual Syndrome; prevents dysmenorrhea (cramping pain during menses); is important in the treatment of infertility; and alleviates premature contractions, preeclampsia, and eclampsia in pregnancy. Intravenous Mg is given in obstetrical wards for pregnancy-induced hypertension and to lessen the risk of cerebral palsy and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Mg should be a required supplement for pregnant mothers.

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Osteoporosis- Use of calcium with Vitamin D to enhance calcium absorption without a balancing amount of Mg causes further Mg deficiency, which triggers a cascade of events leading to bone loss.

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Raynaud

[trents]

The trouble with magnesium supplementation is some people are sensistive to it and get the big "D". It is the main ingredient in Milk of Magnesia.

[MaryJones2]

Thanks for sharing. Magnesium is my favorite mineral! It is too often overlooked.

I found an article which everyone should read. Below is an excerpt.

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[ShayFL]

If any amount of supplemental mag. gives you "D", then try magnesium oil or soaking in a warm bath with Epsom Salts. The skin absorbs Mag. very well and bypasses the digestive tract.

[celiac-mommy]

I've gotten off of mainstream meds for my anxiety disorder, and my dr has me on Mg/Ca++ suppliment-it's made a huge difference. Ca++ causes constipation and Mg causes D, so the 2 balance each other. Plus, in order to get the benefits from each due to the body's absorption of the minerals, you should take them together. One helps the body absorb the other and vice versa.

[darlindeb25]

Rachelle, what is MG/Ca++, mag. and calcium?

[RiceGuy]

The trouble with magnesium supplementation is some people are sensistive to it and get the big "D". It is the main ingredient in Milk of Magnesia.

According to the article, the forms which are absorbed less effectively can loosen stool most. I always thought it was the other way around, since the products which make the most claims about relieving C are usually the citrate ones. And it is the citrate form which is said to be more effectively absorbed. Anyway, the author recommends magnesium oil if the effect is still too much, as ShayFL also mentioned.

Cal/Mag is calcium and magnesium, and often this also contains vitamin D.

[celiac-mommy]

Rachelle, what is MG/Ca++, mag. and calcium?

Yeah, sorry--used to charting it Ca++ It's just calcium Mg is magnesium.

[ShayFL]

Keep in mind that Calcium and Magnesium compete for absorption, so you have to balance them to get enough of either. And many practitioners (and I agree) it is better to take the two separately. Take Magnesium for Bfst and Lunch (divided doses) and take Calcium at dinner and before bed (divided doses).

There is a lot of information and research online with regard to Cal and Mag and how they should be taken:

Calcium and magnesium compete for absorption in the digestive tract of the body; so the ratio between the two has to be optimally balanced. Based on the recommended daily allowance, the ratio of calcium to magnesium should be about 2:1. This ratio can be used as a general indicator for food supplementation. People who take magnesium supplements must also take calcium.

[celiac-mommy]

My suppliment is 1000mg calcium and 500mg magnesium. I also take 2000 units of vitD

[darlindeb25]

Ok, so which magniesuim is the best? I understand there is a big difference in all the mag supplements out there.

[ShayFL]

Actually we are each individual in our abilities to absorb the different kinds of magnesium. But in general Citrate, Malate and Glycinate are good.

[confused]

My suppliment is 1000mg calcium and 500mg magnesium. I also take 2000 units of vitD

Is your brand solaray? I have an bottle and i have not started to take them yet, but im thinking i need to.

paula

[1grnthmb]

To go along with the magnesium my doctor told me to take a combination. Calcium with vitamin D, Zinc, Copper and Magnesium. So I use a complex that has all of these along with some others.

[Guest goldie]

Does anyone know what foods are high in magnesium ? I have been getting terrible cramps( especially at night) - feet, legs even hands plus some twitching around the eyes. It could be lack of magnesium.

[ShayFL]

Think Green!!! Green leafy.....green veggies. Magnesium is in the chlorophyll.

Beans, black 1 cup 120 mg

Broccoli, raw 1 cup 22

Halibut 1/2 fillet 170

Nuts, peanuts 1 oz 64

Okra, frozen 1 cup 94

Oysters 3 oz 49

Plantain, raw 1 medium 66

Rockfish 1 fillet 51

Scallop 6 large 55

Seeds, pumpkin and squash 1 oz (142 seeds) 151

Soy milk 1 cup 47

Spinach, cooked 1 cup 157

[celiac-mommy]

Is your brand solaray? I have an bottle and i have not started to take them yet, but im thinking i need to.

paula

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