Have you heard the saying Magnesium does a body good. Probably not because I just made that up.... But really Magnesium is a very important mineral that is necessary for your body to function correctly. It is estimated that 75% of the population is deficient in Magnesium. Magnesium has been studied and has been found to help with problems like Migraines, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Muscle Cramps, Fibromyalgia, and even can help lower Blood Pressure. A decrease in the amount of magnesium can increase the risk for Osteoporosis and can change the metabolic functions of the body that may contribute to heart attacks and stroke.
Diabetic patients are at an increase risk of being deficient in magnesium because an elevated blood glucose level will increase the loss of magnesium in the urine. This is the mechanism by which a diabetic suddenly has high blood pressure. I encourage everyone to read more about the benefits and issues that are related to magnesium.....
I know what your thinking How can I make sure to get magnesium in my diet. Well you can always take a supplement, but if you would rather eat foods rich in magnesium here is a short list (Tofu, Whole Grains, Green Leafy Vegetables, Almonds, Cashews, Pine Nuts, Black Walnuts just to name a few.). I would encourage everyone to research this yourself and again you can always feel free to ask me any questions. Your partner in Health Dr. Nathan
2 comments:
Thanks. My mom suffers from almost everything you list as symptoms of low Magnesium, and it just so happens that she's a diabetic. I called her and told her to get back on the supplements she used to take. She says thank you.
blog bro...thanks for always being there to help me when I was in great need!
keep up the great work!
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