Every organ in the body, especially the heart, muscles, and kidneys, needs magnesium. This mineral also contributes to the makeup of teeth and bones. Magnesium activates enzymes, contributes to energy production, and helps regulate levels of calcium, copper, zinc, potassium, vitamin D, and other important nutrients in the body.
Some health conditions can lead to deficiencies, including:
- Gastrointestinal diseases, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ulcerative colitis
- Diabetes
- Pancreatitis
- Hyperthyroidism (high thyroid hormone levels)
- Kidney disease
- Taking diuretics
Other factors that can lower magnesium levels include:
- Drinking too much coffee, soda, or alcohol
- Eating too much sodium (salt)
- Heavy menstrual periods
- Excessive sweating
- Prolonged stress
Symptoms of magnesium deficiency may include:
- Agitation and anxiety
- Restless leg syndrome (RLS)
- Sleep disorders
- Irritability
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abnormal heart rhythms
- Low blood pressure
- Confusion
- Muscle spasm and weakness
- Hyperventilation
- Insomnia
- Poor nail growth
- Seizures
Each mL contains 200 mg of magnesium chloride.
Maximum Doses: 4
Source: Mount Sinai
