Magnesium
Blood magnesium test.
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Lowest price from 30 days before discounting PLN 13.00It is a test of magnesium concentration in blood serum.
Magnesium and its role in the body
Magnesium plays a very important role in the human body It is responsible for: the proper functioning of the nervous system, the function of the muscles and regulation of blood pressure. It exerts a great influence on the work of the brain and heart. It is needed for optimal mineralization of bones and reduces the hyperactivity of nerve cells, so it has a has a calming effect. Proper levels of this element should take special care of people who struggle with type 2 diabetes, diseases with diarrhea or malabsorption (such as celiac disease, Crohn's disease), alcoholism, or who take medications that reduce the body's magnesium pool.
Magnesium deficiency has an impact on the development of conditions such as diabetes mellitus type 2 or hypertension. Adequate magnesium concentrations reduces the risk of blood clots, atherosclerosis and osteoporosis and is used in the prevention of migraine headache.
Who is at risk of magnesium deficiency?
Particularly at risk of magnesium deficiency are:
- people suffering from muscle pain, muscle spasms,women who are pregnant or lactating
pregnant and lactating, people with headaches, fatigue,
sleep disorders,people with depression,people in states of chronic stress
stress,persons using certain medications (such as contraceptives,
psychotropic drugs, sleeping pills).
Magnesium source
Sources of magnesium include, in particular, whole-grain products cereals, seeds and seeds, green leafy vegetables, dry seeds of legumes, nuts and cocoa and chocolate. However, it is worth remember to consume them in adequate amounts. Excess magnesium is excreted by the kidneys, while caution should be exercised when using dietary supplements - high doses of magnesium can cause diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain.
A good source of magnesium is also mineral water, which provides up to 10% of the daily requirement for this element Be sure to hydrate your body regularly, sometimes even when you don't feel thirsty.
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