Magnesium helps keep blood pressure normal, bones strong, and the heart rhythm steady.
Adults who get less than the recommended amount of magnesium are more likely to have elevated inflammation markers. Inflammation, in turn, has been associated with major health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.
Magnesium is needed for critical functions such as blood sugar regulation, muscle contraction, nerve function, blood pressure maintenance, and DNA synthesis.
Low magnesium levels may cause:
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Nausea.
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Constipation.
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Headaches.
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Nighttime leg cramps.
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Numbness or tingling in the legs or hands.
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General body weakness.
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Tremors.
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Heart palpitations.