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3 Mechanisms for Magnesium Deficiency — Whalespan

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3 Mechanisms for Magnesium Deficiency

Rhonda Patrick3m · 2013-07-31

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✓Well SupportedOrganic forms of magnesium supplements, such as magnesium glycinate, citrate, and lactate, are generally much more bioavailable than inorganic forms.✓Well SupportedAbout half of the US population has inadequate magnesium levels, with physically active individuals likely faring worse.✓Well SupportedPhytic acid and oxalates bind to magnesium, causing its loss from the body and reducing absorption from food.✓Well SupportedAlcohol consumption increases magnesium loss through urine.◐Partially Supported

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The Recommended Daily Allowance for magnesium is difficult to achieve through whole foods alone.

◐Partially SupportedThe Recommended Dietary Allowance for magnesium is 400 mg/day for adult men and 310 mg/day for adult women.

◐Partially SupportedMagnesium is found at the center of chlorophyll, suggesting leafy green vegetables are a source of magnesium.

◐Partially SupportedSupplementing with magnesium can help address deficiency.

✕Not SupportedEnteric-coated magnesium supplements can decrease bioavailability by 67%.

◐Partially SupportedReplenishing magnesium levels the day after binge drinking can be done by eating spinach or drinking a spinach smoothie.

◐Partially SupportedType 1 and type 2 diabetes can significantly increase the rate of magnesium excretion.

◐Partially SupportedIncreased consumption of caloric-rich, micronutrient-poor foods is a primary cause of magnesium deficiency in the US.