Magnesium deficiency is far more common than most people realize, and many of the early symptoms often go unnoticed. In this video, we explore the essential role of magnesium in the body, explain why blood tests frequently fail to detect mild or moderate deficiency, and discuss the most important signs of magnesium deficiency that viewers should be aware of—such as muscle cramps, fatigue, irregular heartbeats, headaches, and sleep disturbances. We also review why magnesium intake is so often inadequate in modern diets and why this shortfall can increase the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis, and even certain heart rhythm abnormalities. To help address these concerns, the video highlights the growing interest in magnesium supplementation, including a closer look at well-absorbed forms such as magnesium citrate benefits and the unique advantages of magnesium glycinate supplements, which are frequently used to support sleep, relaxation, and overall nervous-system health. Whether you are curious about improving your nutrient intake, understanding how magnesium affects muscle and cardiovascular health, or learning whether you may be at risk for deficiency, this video offers an accessible and scientifically grounded overview to guide your next steps.
00:00Magnesium supplements are catching on as helpful adjuncts for maintaining general health, and there are very good reasons to support this trend.
00:09Primarily, magnesium deficiency is difficult to diagnose.
00:14The plasma levels of magnesium can be quite deceptive.
00:18A normal magnesium level does not rule out the possibility of magnesium deficiency in the body.
00:25Only about 1% of the total magnesium in the body is found in the blood.
00:31The other 99% is stored in the bones, the muscles, and the other organs.
00:37The level of magnesium in the body is regulated by the intestines, the kidneys, and the sweat glands.
00:44Because there is constant exchange of magnesium between the tissues, bones, and the blood, the body is able to maintain normal magnesium blood levels, even when there is a relative deficiency of magnesium.
00:58This creates a problem, as the level of magnesium in the blood often falls only when the deficiency has reached an advanced stage.
01:09Doctors, therefore, may only detect a deficiency through blood testing after the deficiency has already become severe.
01:18Detecting mild to moderate deficiency often requires a laborious magnesium loading test, or, in rare cases, a muscle biopsy.
01:30The inconvenience of these procedures causes many people with magnesium deficiency to fall through the cracks.
01:39This, combined with the fact that roughly 60% of the population is estimated to consume less magnesium than the recommended 320mg for women or 420mg for men,
01:55makes magnesium deficiency a widespread clinical phenomenon.
02:00This is a serious public health problem, because low magnesium levels have been associated with diabetes, atherosclerosis, heart attacks, strokes, and osteoporosis.
02:17Magnesium is involved in the contractility of muscles and plays a key role in regulating the contractility of smooth muscle in the walls of blood vessels,
02:27which may contribute to high blood pressure.
02:30In magnesium deficient states, abnormalities in muscle contractility within the heart may also lead to irregular heartbeats and, in extreme cases, sudden death.
02:47Adequate magnesium intake has been associated with a decreased risk of all of these outcomes.
02:54So how do you know if you are magnesium deficient?
02:57Signs of magnesium deficiency may include muscle cramps, fatigue and muscle soreness, irregular heartbeats, muscle weakness, sleep disorders, headaches, depression, constipation, and numbness or tingling.
03:16While many foods contain magnesium such as nuts, cereals, and vegetables, many of us do not eat enough of these foods to reach the recommended daily allowance for magnesium.
03:32If magnesium deficiency risk is high, supplements are an excellent way to avoid magnesium deficiency and the substantial risks that come with it.
03:44Several scientific papers report strong magnesium citrate benefits and magnesium glycinate supplements have been used for conditions as diverse as sleep disturbances and migraine headaches.
03:59These forms are generally well tolerated and are easily absorbed, making them useful options for people who need to support healthy magnesium levels.
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04:21Until the next video, stay healthy and stay safe.
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