Monday, 1 April 2013

Why take this great product?

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Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral that's crucial to the body's function. Magnesium helps keep blood pressure normal, bones strong, and the heart rhythm steady.

Why do people take magnesium?

Experts say that many people in the U.S. aren't eating enough foods with magnesium. This mild magnesium deficiency could put them at risk for a number of diseases. According to a 1999-2000 NHANES study (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey), 68% of Americans consumed less than the U.S. recommended daily allowance for magnesium. Studies showed that 45% consumed less than 75% of the recommended amount, and 19% consumed less than 50%. Adults who consumed less than the recommended amount of magnesium were about 1.5 times more likely to have elevated inflammation markers than adults who consumed the recommended amount.



Adults over 40 who consumed under 50% of the recommended amount for magnesium and had a body mass index over 25 were twice as likely to have increased systemic inflammation, which can contribute to major health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.
For instance, there's good evidence that eating foods high in magnesium and other minerals can lower blood pressure. Magnesium supplements may help some people with heart disease and osteoporosis. Type 2 diabetes is also associated with low magnesium.
Intravenous or injected magnesium is used to treat other conditions, such as eclampsia during pregnancy and severe asthma attacks. Magnesium is also the main ingredient in many antacids and laxatives. Ask your doctor about other uses of magnesium.
Severe magnesium deficiencies are rare. They're more likely in people who
  • Have kidney disease
  • Have Crohn's disease or other conditions that affect digestion
  • Have parathyroid problems
  • Take antibiotics or drugs for diabetes and cancer
  • Are older adults
  • Abuse alcohol
Doctors sometimes suggest that people with these conditions take magnesium supplements.

How much magnesium should you take?

The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) includes the magnesium you get from both the food you eat and any supplements you take.


Category
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
CHILDREN
1-3 years
80 mg/day
4-8 years
130 mg/day
9-13 years
240 mg/day
FEMALES
14-18 years
360 mg/day
19-30 years
310 mg/day
31 years and over
320 mg/day
Pregnant
Under 19 years: 400 mg/day

19 to 30 years: 350 mg/day

31 years and up: 360 mg/day
Breastfeeding
Under 19 years: 360 mg/day

19 to 30 years: 310 mg/day

31 years and up: 320 mg/day
MALES
14-18 years
410 mg/day
19-30 years
400 mg/day
31 years and up
420 mg/day

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