VOGUE ARABIA – Signs You Need A Magnesium Suplemment

Prof. Dr Giovanni Leonetti, Specialist General Surgeon at Cornerstone Clinic, explains the importance of magnesium on the correct functioning of the body, including the nervous and digestive system, as well as blood pressure.

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Magnesium plays a vital role in many biochemical reactions, including energy production, protein synthesis, muscle contraction, and nerve impulse transmission.

It is essential for bone health, the functioning of the nervous and digestive systems, and the control of heart rate, blood sugar and blood pressure.

Common symptoms include:

• Tiredness and Weakness: Feeling of unexplained tiredness, fatigue, and general weakness.
• Muscle Problems- Muscle cramps and involuntary contractions, especially in the limbs.
• Gastrointestinal Symptoms- Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.
• Emotional and Sleep Disturbances: Irritability, anxiety, mood swings, difficulty concentrating, and insomnia.

There are numerous remedies for magnesium deficiency, but the most appropriate treatment depends on the severity of the condition and the underlying causes.

In mild cases, lifestyle and dietary changes are often sufficient, while in other situations, dietary supplements or specific medical treatments may be necessary.

Magnesium is present in numerous foods, many of which are readily available and can easily be incorporated into your diet:

• Nuts and seeds. Almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and flaxseeds
• Green leafy vegetables. Spinach, Swiss chard, and kale
• Legumes. Beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas
• Whole grains. Oats, quinoa, brown rice and buckwheat
• Bananas
• Dark chocolate
• Tofu
• Avocado
• Fish: Salmon, mackerel, and tuna
• Yogurt and dairy products

Among the main remedies for magnesium deficiency is also taking magnesium supplements.