Do you suffer from constant fatigue, muscle spasms, or sleep disturbances? This may be a sign of hypomagnesemia! Learn more about the symptoms of hypomagnesemia and how to avoid them.




Hypomagnesemia: A Hidden Enemy That Threatens Your Health!

Symptoms of hypomagnesemia do not appear clearly until its levels drop very significantly, so in many cases you may not know that you have a deficiency in the first place. This is because the body stores magnesium in the cells and bones, so when magnesium levels decrease in the blood, the body uses the reserve to perform its vital functions. Meaning that symptoms may not appear until the supply is significantly depleted. (1) (2)


Symptoms of hypomagnesemia include: (3)


  • Nausea or vomiting.
  • Anorexia.
  • Fatigue and general weakness in the body (Asthenia).
  • Muscle spasms, including leg cramps at night.
  • Heart rhythm disorder.
  • Numbness or tingling in the legs or hands.



As hypomagnesemia continues to increase: (4)


  • Symptoms become more severe: These include irregular heartbeat, muscle spasms, numbness, and tingling.
  • Calcium and potassium levels decrease: Which may cause symptoms such as convulsive seizures and abnormal eye movement.
  • The risk of chronic diseases increases: Such as heart disease, blood pressure, diabetes, and osteoporosis.




Don't worry!

The presence of these symptoms does not necessarily mean that you suffer from a hypomagnesemia, as the symptoms of hypomagnesemia share with many other health problems, such as: low fluids and calcium, and the only way to verify this is to perform a blood test.




Factors that increase the chance of hypomagnesemia

Some people may not get enough magnesium from the diet, which may make them more susceptible to hypomagnesemia, especially in the following cases: (2) (3)

  • Low intake of foods rich in magnesium.
  • Diabetes.
  • Use of some medications for long periods, such as diuretics or Antacids.
  • Undergoing bariatric surgery.
  • Gastrointestinal diseases such as Crohn's disease.
  • Vomiting or chronic diarrhea.
  • Kidney problems and diseases and some heart diseases.
  • Alcohol consumption.


Where do I get magnesium?

Most people get enough magnesium through their diet. Magnesium is found in: (5) (6)

  • Vegetables: Especially leafy greens like spinach and kale.
  • Fruits: Mango and avocado.
  • Whole grains: Such as brown rice and whole wheat.
  • Nuts and seeds: Almonds, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds.
  • Legumes and beans: Lentils, chickpeas, beans, and peas.
  • Dairy products: Milk, yogurt, and cheese.
  • Lean protein sources: Chicken, fish, and eggs.
  • Fortified breakfast cereals: Make sure to choose breakfast cereals fortified with magnesium.


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How to treat hypomagnesemia

The most important step to treat hypomagnesemia is searching for the cause of hypomagnesemia and treating it, like: (6)

  • Follow a diet rich in magnesium in cases of malnutrition.
  • Replacement medications that cause hypomagnesemia, or adjusting their doses by the doctor.


In some cases, your doctor may recommend taking magnesium supplements, or getting Intravenous injections if the deficiency is very severe. (6)





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