Magnesium deficiency - causes, symptoms and effects

What are the causes of magnesium deficiency?

Although magnesium is present in large quantities of food products, even a balanced diet may not be sufficient to maintain its proper levels. One of the most common causes of magnesium deficiency is excessive consumption of coffee, tea or alcohol. Regular consumption of large quantities of these drinks can help to reduce the amount of magnesium that is rinsed out. The lack of natural sources of magnesium in the daily diet (e.g. leafy vegetables, nuts, cocoa, buckwheat groats, whole-grain bread) also promotes deficiencies.

Magnesium is also a substance that may be less assimilable during regular and intense stress. Excessive nervousness, anxiety and great irritability may to a large extent cause a magnesium deficiency due to the impairment of its absorption from the food provided. Moreover, low levels of this element may be a consequence of long-term use of contraceptives, diuretics or antibiotics. It is worth mentioning that magnesium deficiency is often found in cases of kidney problems and bowel diseases.

How do you recognise the symptoms of magnesium deficiency?

Symptoms indicating magnesium deficiency in the diet are noticeable and felt quite quickly. The first symptoms are usually problems with concentration, a feeling of excessive nervousness and fatigue, uncontrolled muscle tremors (cramps in the legs, a twitching eyelid) or a worsened mood. Over time and in the absence of appropriate treatment, further adverse effects may occur, such as:

• involuntary neuralgia,
• reduction in bone strength,
• heart palpitations and blood pressure problems
• severe migraines and insomnia,
• memory problems, feeling distracted
• Painful menstruation and severity of menopause symptoms

How to deal with magnesium deficiency consequences?

The identified magnesium deficiency should be consulted with a nutritionist or professional dietician. Nevertheless, additional supplementation will certainly help to reduce the risk of deficiencies and maintain an optimal level of this element in your daily diet.

For this purpose, it is worthwhile to reach for the Chela MZB Sport Formula supplement - capsules from the Olimp Sport Nutrition brand, which allow the body to receive a precisely defined portion of magnesium in the form of easily assimilated Albion^® amino acid chelate. The product was developed primarily to enrich the diet of people who have increased levels of physical activity (e.g. beginners and experienced athletes, physical workers), as well as all those who are exposed to magnesium deficiency and want to take care of their varied diet. The formula of the supplement also contains zinc together with vitamin B6.