Magnesium
in the human body
Functions of Magnesium in the body
- Production and transport of energy
- Production of protein
- Contraction and relaxation of muscles
- Function of certain enzymes
Side effects from increased magnesium
Increased magnesium intake are not common because the body removes excess amounts. Magnesium excess almost always occurs when magnesium is supplemented as a medication. Symptoms include:
- Hyper excitability
- Muscle weakness
- Sleepiness
Magnesium supplements
- Magnesium supplements can be used to bring up your iron levels
- A doctor prescription is not needed
- Prices range from $3.00-$30.00
Side effects from magnesium deficiency
Deficiency of magnesium usually happens in people who abuse alcohol or who absorb less magnesium due to:
- Surgery
- Burns
- Low blood levels of Calcium
- Certain medications
Early side effects include:
- Insomnia
- Confusion
- Fatigue
- Muscle Twitching
- hallucinations
- muscle contractions
- numbness
Foods high in magnesium
- Dark leafy greens (raw spinach)
- Nuts and seeds (pumpkin and squash seeds)
- Bananas
- Dark chocolate