Happy Tuesday! ? Dr. Kelly here. Here we go, Magnesium.
I read an article that stated: 80% of adults are deficient in Magnesium.
Magnesium is an essential mineral and an electrolyte.
Who should take Magnesium?
- Do you get muscle cramps?
- Do you get charlie horses?
- Restless leg syndrome?
- Are you constipated?
- Do you need electrolytes?
- Having female cramps?
- Do you have a hard time falling asleep?
- Migraines?
- Do you have anxiety?
- Osteoporosis?
- High blood pressure?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you are the person who should be taking magnesium.
Now if you are taking a multi vitamin, look to see if there is magnesium in it. Look for the form and amount of magnesium. ?
Please look to make sure you are looking for magnesium and not manganese.
Now you might say but my supplement has magnesium already in it.
That might be the case, but if you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, you still may need more magnesium. ✔✔✔
You can get a blood test to see what your magnesium levels are at.
I like to review blood levels. It gives me, the doctor, a good reference point. ?
However, it is only a reference point. Magnesium should be in your bones and muscles, not floating around in your blood. I still need to look at your symptoms.
Why are you feeling those symptoms? Is it because magnesium is low? Is it because it is not working with other nutrients?
So, what form, and amount of Magnesium do I need?
If you are looking to support bowel movements, magnesium citrate or is the best form.
Magnesium oxide has a laxative effect, but not as easily absorbed as the citrate form.
If you are looking to support muscle cramps or a charlie horse, a supplement with a variety of magnesium is the best.
I even like to add calcium with magnesium for muscle cramping.
Epsom Salts have a magnesium sulfate form. It is easy to absorb through the skin for soothing ache muscles.
Period cramps are muscle cramping and I recommend a supplement with variety of sources.
(Plus, I recommend a few other suggestions, like B6. – let me know if your concern is menstrual cramps & I will guide you in the natural direction.)
Is your need for magnesium better sleep? Then magnesium glycinate is the best form.
For a maintenance level, between 300-400mg of magnesium is recommended.
If you have symptoms and have a deficient, then I can recommend over 1,000mg per day over a short period of time.
Remember, when I add a supplement into your account, it is a recommendation from me. You have no obligation to purchase the supplement. ?
Food sources of Magnesium: dark green leafy vegetables, beans, avocado, almonds AND Dark Chocolate?
You can also ask me questions in your FullScript account. This way we can tailor the recommendations based on your needs.
Respond to this email or Text Mg to have the basic supplement support added into your FullScript account.
Yours in Health Naturally,
Dr. Kelly