Gm (Got magnesium?)
Magnesium deficiency has become increasingly common in today's society, despite magnesium being an essential mineral required for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. We can all speculate the reasons why:
1. Poor Diet
Many people consume processed foods that are stripped of essential nutrients, including magnesium. Diets high in refined sugars, unhealthy fats, and low in vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains contribute to magnesium deficiency.
2. Soil Depletion Modern agricultural practices and soil depletion have reduced the magnesium content in food. Over-farming and the use of chemical fertilizers have led to nutrient-poor soil, affecting crops' natural magnesium levels.
3. Stress Chronic stress, which is common today, depletes magnesium levels. Stress hormones like cortisol increase the need for magnesium, but stress also hinders its absorption, creating a vicious cycle.
4. Medications Certain medications, such as diuretics, antibiotics, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), can reduce magnesium absorption or increase its excretion through urine.
5. Digestive Issues Conditions like IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), Crohn’s disease, and celiac disease affect the body's ability to absorb magnesium properly, contributing to deficiency in those with digestive problems.
6. Increased Calcium Intake Many people supplement calcium without considering the balance with magnesium. High calcium intake without adequate magnesium can reduce the latter's absorption and contribute to an imbalance in the body.
Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency:
Muscle cramps or spasms!
Fatigue or weakness Anxiety, irritability, or mood changes
Difficulty sleeping or insomnia
High blood pressure
Migraines or headaches Irregular heartbeat
Chronic magnesium deficiency has been linked to serious health issues such as cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and increased inflammation in the body.
You don't want any of that.
So.
Get magnesium (gm).
Your body will thank you!