3. Muscle weakness and fatigue
When you’re fatigued, you might feel mentally exhausted and weak. This usually means that you need a longer period to rest, recharge your batteries, and refresh your mind and body. However, severe fatigue can indicate a health problem, so you’d better talk to your doctor in case you constantly feel fatigued.
A magnesium deficiency can lead to weariness and weakness because it interferes with several bodily functions, such as nerve communication and potassium levels in muscle cells.
4. Osteoporosis
As you probably know, osteoporosis is a disorder that is characterized by a higher risk of bone fractures. Magnesium deficiency is a risk factor for this health issue. While it might cause direct bone weakening, it also reduces blood levels of calcium, which is the primary component of bones.
Moreover, osteoporosis risk is influenced by many factors, such as:
- lack of exercise;
- aging;
- poor dietary intake of vitamins K and D.
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Thank you for your article good to know.!!
Very interested article I not knowledge
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I just found out about the benefits of magnesium. I have had bariatric surgery. Im pretty sure im deficient. Started taking supplements.
Thank you for this information did not know can pass it on to others
WoW, This article just zeroed in on the issues I’ve noticed the last few weeks; weakness in hands and fatigue, etc. Magnesium is on my shopping list.
Thank you
Glad you find it helpful! Hope you’ll feel better after taking magnesium supplements. Make sure you eat fruits and veggies to get all the nutrients your body needs! Take care!
I suffer a lot from cramps in the legs and Magnesium has helped,
I have had lots of cramps in my legs and magnesium has helped.
Magnesium truly is a wonderful mineral!
Great information about magnesium deficiency.
So happy you liked it!
Great read didn’t realise just how many benefits you get from magnesium,or even lack of it,I take alot of medication,I’m so fatigued at the moment,4 wk of healthy eating I’d have thought I’d have more energy.Going to speak to my GP ask if I can start taking these.What is the recommended dose?
Hello, Sharon,
I’m so glad you found our article helpful! We’ve got more useful content coming your way, so stay tuned. As for your daily magnesium intake, doctors typically recommend around 310-320 milligrams for adult women and 400-420 milligrams for adult men. But keep in mind, these are just general guidelines. Your doctor may suggest a different amount based on your unique needs. Take care of yourself!