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Magnesium
Magnesium

mineral

Também conhecido como: Magnesium Glycinate, Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Taurate, Magnesium L-Threonate, Magnesium Oxide

About

Magnesium is an essential cofactor for over 300 enzymatic reactions including those regulating vascular tone. It acts as a natural calcium channel blocker, relaxing vascular smooth muscle and reducing peripheral resistance. A 2016 meta-analysis of 34 RCTs found magnesium supplementation significantly reduced systolic blood pressure by 2.0 mmHg and diastolic by 1.78 mmHg. Approximately 50% of the US population consumes less than the EAR for magnesium.

How It Works

Essential cofactor for >300 enzymatic reactions regulating vascular tone; acts as a natural calcium channel blocker relaxing vascular smooth muscle; modulates cardiac electrical activity by stabilizing potassium and calcium channels (anti-arrhythmic); supports endothelial nitric oxide production; regulates Na+/K+-ATPase critical for cardiac membrane potential.

Evidence For Conditions

Side Effects

  • Diarrhea (especially magnesium oxide and citrate)
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal cramping
  • Excessive doses may cause hypotension or cardiac depression

Drug & Supplement Interactions

  • Bisphosphonates (reduced absorption — separate by 2 hours)
  • Antibiotics (tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones — separate by 2-4 hours)
  • Diuretics (thiazides reduce, loop diuretics increase magnesium loss)
  • Proton pump inhibitors (long-term use may cause hypomagnesemia)

Informe sempre o seu profissional de saúde sobre todos os suplementos que você toma.Sempre informe seu profissional de saúde sobre todos os suplementos que você toma.

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