By Dr. Nicole Sundene If I had to bet my life savings (well, during these tough economic times it’s worth about $53.76) on which mineral most Americans are deficient in…I would guess magnesium. Now if you guessed, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, or chromium you may in fact be right, but I believe after working with […]
Most muscles twitch due to calcium and magnesium deficiency, especially the eye. Although our eyes might twitch a bit when we are annoyed, a twitchy eye is typically the initial warning sign of calcium deficiency. Basic Human Physiology 101: Calcium helps our muscles contract and when deficient the muscles begin to spasm in “tetany”. Magnesium […]
All human beings need adequate micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, enzymes and trace elements) for good health. Ideally, we would be able to obtain all the necessary micronutrients from a well balanced diet. However, the nutritional quality of the food in our world has been steadily declining, particularly in the last century. In the past, people ate […]
Over the past 20 years, there has been an abundance of data accumulating regarding the safety of vitamins and minerals. The data demonstrates that these nutrients are safe over a wide range of doses, though some nutrients can cause adverse reactions at high doses. However, few such cases have been reported. The FDA estimates that […]
A strong connection has been drawn between magnesium deficiency and cardiovascular disorders such as hypertension, ischemic heart disease, mitral valve prolapse, irregular heart rhythms, and fatal heart attacks. The role of magnesium in the following processes is well documented: • Maintains regular heartbeat and muscle tone, and prevents muscle spasms of the arteries. • Prevents […]
Osteoporosis is a complex condition resulting in reduced bone mass and weakened internal bone structure, leading to increased likelihood of bone fractures. Most individuals lose bone mass as a natural consequence of aging, but it is when this bone loss goes beyond what is normal that osteoporosis occurs. It is more common in females than […]
