Did you know that magnesium plays an important role in more than 300 different biochemical processes that take place in your body? These can include anything from the regulation of blood pressure and nerve function to the production of energy for your body.
Even though magnesium does not get as much attention as calcium or iron, its importance to your body is just as great.
Magnesium deficiency, also known as hypomagnesemia, is a condition that is frequently disregarded as a potential health risk. The symptoms of magnesium deficiency can vary from person to person. They could be either mental or physical in nature.
Magnesium deficiency affects between 3 and 15 percent of Americans, however, the prevalence of this condition is much higher among patients in intensive care units and hospitals, as well as among people who have diabetes or alcohol use disorders.
In order to prevent serious health problems like diabetes, chronic diarrhea, and celiac disease, it is crucial to recognize the signs of magnesium deficiency as soon as possible.
In today's video, we will discuss the warning signs that indicate your body is lacking magnesium.
Always consult your primary care physician or a dietitian before making any changes to your diet, especially if you are experiencing any symptoms that could indicate a magnesium deficiency.
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⌛Timestamps:
⏱️ Intro - 0:00
⏱️Muscle Cramps - 01:38
⏱️Abnormal Heart Rhythm - 03:06
⏱️Having Difficulty Sleeping - 04:16
⏱️Osteoporosis - 05:40
⏱️Mental Disorders - 06:38
⏱️Fatigue - 07:37
⏱️Asthma - 08:41
⏱️Elevated Blood Pressure - 09:40
⏱️Tingly Sensations - 10:42
⏱️Increased Blood Sugar Levels - 11:18
⏱️Stress - 12:19
⏱️Vertigo - 13:03
⏱️Recommended Daily Intake Of Magnesium - 13:46
⏱️Magnesium Risks - 14:50
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️ Summary:
Muscle Cramps.
Magnesium is an essential component in the process that helps your muscles relax and controls the frequency and intensity of muscle contractions. If you suffer from leg cramps on a regular basis, one possible explanation is that your body requires a greater quantity of magnesium.
According to a 2017 study, up to two-thirds of the population in the United States is magnesium deficient.
For older adults who are experiencing muscle cramping, relieving the discomfort is more difficult than taking a magnesium supplement. Studies have shown that magnesium can help relieve cramps and twitches in a variety of different types of people who are deficient in it.
Abnormal Heart Rhythm.
Your body requires magnesium, which is both a mineral and an electrolyte, in order to keep normal nerve and electrical impulses in the heart functioning. One of the potentially serious side effects of magnesium deficiency is heart arrhythmia, also known as an irregular heartbeat.
There is a wide range of possible symptoms associated with arrhythmia, from none at all to those that are life-threatening. Some people may experience heart palpitations, or irregular heartbeats, as a result of it. In the most extreme cases, arrhythmias can raise the risk of having a stroke or developing heart failure.
Osteoporosis.
People who don't get enough magnesium have a greater chance of developing this condition, which causes your bones to become more fragile and increases your likelihood of breaking them. However, getting the recommended daily allowance of magnesium can be beneficial in more ways than one.
Studies have found that the bones of women who have osteoporosis have a lower magnesium content and larger hydroxyapatite crystals than the bones of women who do not have the disease.
Mental Disorders.
One of the potential side effects of magnesium deficiency is mental illness. Apathy is one of these conditions; it is characterized by a lack of mental stimulation or emotional involvement, and it is one of the most common mental illnesses. If the deficiency continues to get worse, it could even cause delirium and coma.
In addition, observational studies have shown a correlation between low magnesium levels and an increased likelihood of developing depression. Some researchers have connected a deficiency in magnesium to an elevated risk of anxiety.
For more information, please watch the video until the very end.
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