Magnesium is considered the most common mineral deficiency in this country. It is an electrolyte and works in conjunction with calcium, sodium, and several other minerals, as well as numerous vitamins. Magnesium is involved with over 300 enzyme systems in the body. The health of the heart, a strong immune system, blood sugar management, hormonal balance, mental health, musculoskeletal health. and neurological health all require adequate magnesium levels.
Higher stress, excessive physical activity, and certain medications will deplete your magnesium stores. Due to soil depletion, poor dietary habits (standard American diet – SAD), and intestinal permeability and an inflamed gut lining (leaky gut), we tend to consume and absorb drastically low levels of magnesium.
A magnesium deficiency can lead to the following:
- Muscle spasms and cramps
- Insomnia
- Low energy
- Muscle pain (fibromylagia)
- Headaches
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- Osteoporosis (loss of bone integrity)
Why should you be supplementing Magnesium? The following reasons should be convincing:
- May help you sleep
- Works as a safe and natural muscle relaxer
- Lowers your risk of diabetes
- Can help improve your mood and feel less stressed
- May help protect your arteries, kidney, and joints from dangerous calcifications
- May help you reduce your headaches and migraines
- Your energy may be boosted
The 2 supplements I listed here are the most common ones we prescribe to our patients. They are considered the most bioavailable and highest quality. To insure the safe/proper dosage for each person, they are only prescribed by a qualified health practitioner.
If you need any guidance in your health and wellness or your supplement needs, please call us Alternative Health Management at 713-722-2580. Drs. Paula and Robert Shane Howell look forward to helping you feel more alive and youthful.
