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According to the amerického ministry of agriculture, half of people suffer from a magnesium deficiency in the body. This mineral is important to the body mainly because any cell needs it for proper functioning.
You can either consume it in tablets intended as a dietary supplement or in foods. Doctors’ recommended daily dose is 500 to 1000 mg of magnesium.
Symptoms that will indicate a magnesium deficiency
- heart disease
- irritability
- fatigue
- facial tics
- osteoporosis
- blood clots
- unstable blood sugar levels
- migraine
- cramps
- anxiety and depression
Magnesium deficiency in the body is associated with other chronic diseases, severe muscle cramps in the legs, type 2 diabetes and even memory lapses.
Foods containing magnesium
- dark chocolate
- nuts
- bananas
- avocado
- fish
- leafy greens (cabbage, spinach)
- legumes
- grains or seeds
If you decide to take magnesium in tablets, it is important to realize that it can occur in several forms – in Glicine, taurin, orotát and malate.
Effects of glycine
- Helps with depression and anxiety
- treats insomnia
- relaxes the mind
- treats diarrhea
- effects of malate
- reduces muscle fatigue
- improves digestion
- provides the body with energy
- reduces menstrual pain
effects of taurine - treats migraines
- helps in heart treatment
- effects of orotate
- supports heart health
- can increase performance in athletes
The best solution to magnesium deficiency is a combination of foods and supplements.
It is also good if dietary supplements contain vitamin B6, because it improves their absorption. You can also buy supplements that contain all the listed forms of magnesium.
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