Magnesium deficiency is clarified and confirmed by laboratory tests performed on the patient. But in addition, some berlirties observed in the body also indicate magnesium deficiency. Some of these symptoms are as follows:
- Muscle Weakness
- Cramps
- Fatigue
- Nervous System Problems
- Sleep Problems
- Migraine
- Headaches
- Heart Problems
- Concentration Problems
Magnesium deficiency can be seen in people who do not consume enough magnesium-rich foods or who have absorption problems despite consuming magnesium-rich foods. Magnesium-rich foods include green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains and fish.
Blood tests are done to confirm magnesium levels. However, the levels of magnesium circulating in the blood represent only a small part of the total magnesium in the body. Therefore, other symptoms and factors should also be considered for a complete picture.
Other causes of magnesium deficiency
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Alcoholism
- Endocrine causes
- Gastrointestinal Causes
- Renal Causes
- Medications
Is magnesium deficiency treated?
If a person observes signs of magnesium deficiency, he/she should consult a health professional immediately. In the treatment of magnesium deficiency, magnesium medications or multivitamins containing magnesium can be used under the supervision of a doctor.
However, it is also important to get magnesium naturally through a healthy diet. Magnesium preparations are usually available as magnesium salts. There are differences in the absorption and utilisation (bioavailability) of different magnesium salts by the body. Therefore, treatment should not be started without consulting a specialist.
