I take a 250mg magnesium tablet every evening to supplement dietary sources. For me, it stopped middle of the night cramps in my feet and legs.

“… A recently published study from the University of East Anglia, involving 441 people, found a direct link between physical strength in older people and the amount of magnesium present in their muscle tissue.

The mineral, known to regulate muscle function, is found in beans, nuts, seeds, leafy green vegetables, fish, meat and dairy. One sign of a deficiency is frequent cramps.

Yet, as with many other nutrients, our magnesium intake has declined due to our increasing reliance on processed foods, as well as falling levels of nutrients in soil.

Around 16 per cent of over-65s are getting less than the recommended minimum daily intake of 270mg for women and 300mg for men, according to an analysis of data from Public Health England’s ongoing National Diet and Nutrition Survey…”

https://mol.im/a/8706769

I had some issues with A-Fib, which is to use an engine analogy my “engine” (heart) not firing all cylinders in the correct sequence.

Eating/drinking high potassium foods such as bananas and V8 juice along with 2 magnesium gummies per day have virtually eliminated that for me.

I take it to mitigate migraines! It really works for me, I have had fewer and those I did get were over within a few hours. (I can’t take migraine meds due to prior strokes)

I take 400mg Magnesium Oxide daily to regulate my bowels. For me it works.

I take magnesium every night. Helps me fall asleep and sleep better. Also helps with regularity.

If I take a lot of it, I cannot stay out of the bathroom.
I was taking a high potency vitamin and it was rich with magnesium. I was supposed to take 3 a day. I was able to take 2 on some days, but others I loosened up too much.

My doc suggested it to help with my fibromyalgia issues, especially disturbed nights.
Is it working? Honestly don't know.

Magnesium oxide pills didn't help me, but a version of 'hydration water' worked well. In two cups of water one adds 1/8 tsp Epsom salt (magnesium), 1/8 cream of tarter (potassium), and 1/8 tsp salt.

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Originally posted by PASig:
I had some issues with A-Fib, which is to use an engine analogy my “engine” (heart) not firing all cylinders in the correct sequence.

Eating/drinking high potassium foods such as bananas and V8 juice along with 2 magnesium gummies per day have virtually eliminated that for me.

Where did you find the magnesium gummies? I have fuckin had it with my bodies intermittent charlie horses!

I take the brand Doctor's Choice as a daily supplement, based on my own and not due to any underlying medical condition. I started off taking it to help with muscle recovery when I was doing 3-5 days a week of bootcamp training.

It cut the recovery by about 1/3 and even though I stopped bootcamp, I continue to take the supplement.

I used to have nighttime cramps and a couple of other things and they are thing of the past.

Love the brand and love the results.

I take a teaspoon of this a day and have noticed the benefits.

I've been taking this for years and years

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Originally posted by PASig:
I had some issues with A-Fib, which is to use an engine analogy my “engine” (heart) not firing all cylinders in the correct sequence.

Eating/drinking high potassium foods such as bananas and V8 juice along with 2 magnesium gummies per day have virtually eliminated that for me.

Where did you find the magnesium gummies? I have fuckin had it with my bodies intermittent charlie horses!

Amazon or Walmart, shipped right to my door:

https://www.gummyvites.com/en/...vitafusion-magnesium

Thanks. As long as my general practitioner doesn’t have a problem with me taking them, I am giving them a try.

I take what is called Slo-Mag. Slow release. Eliminates any "digestive issues" you might get from too much magnesium

I take magnesium, zinc and vitamin D supplements.

One of those supplements per day, not all in one day.

18 years of the Seattle skies, drastically lowered VitD levels. The past 18 months in Australia, coming back up again, and the VitD supplement boosts.

Magnesium - 200mg
VitD - 1000mg
Zinc - 25mg

And VitC 1000mg is twice a week, combined with echinacea, more for the current winter conditions in Aus.

I too, have figured out that process foods have led to an imbalance.

And as a result, diet has changed, more veggies, fruit and nuts. Almonds are a source of magnesium.

If you need further inspiration, look to the often long lived occupants of the island of Okinawa, and their diet.

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I take a teaspoon of this a day and have noticed the benefits.

That's what I take almost daily to keep regular.

Natrual Calm

If you're at the library, check out The Magnesium Miracle. Very informative.

I discopvered long ago that magnesium warded off leg cramps. Now my various doctors want me to take it for heart issues. I take a tablet every night before bed.

flashguy

Be careful with the “Natural Calm” if you take too much, your natural Bowel movement will NOT be calm.........

My thought about most of these types of products:

If we just eat less crap and more healthy food, everything generally improves with your health. It was noted that Mg is present in many natural food items. Why not just eat more of them?

I would also think regular physical activity would also help your body to maintain strength over time.