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Harvard doctor shares 4 signs of magnesium deficiency and urges not to ignore them


Published on 2025-02-13 03:03:11 - Indiatimes
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  • Dr. Saurabh Sethi from Harvard highlights four crucial signs of magnesium deficiency: low energy, irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps, and mood changes

The article from the Times of India discusses magnesium deficiency symptoms as outlined by Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist. Magnesium is crucial for various bodily functions including muscle and nerve function, energy metabolism, and bone health. Dr. Naidoo highlights four key signs of magnesium deficiency: 1) Muscle Cramps and Spasms - due to magnesium's role in muscle relaxation, 2) Fatigue and Weakness - as magnesium is involved in energy production, 3) Irritability and Mood Swings - because magnesium impacts neurotransmitter function, and 4) Irregular Heartbeat - since magnesium helps maintain a normal heart rhythm. She emphasizes the importance of not ignoring these symptoms and suggests incorporating magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and whole grains into the diet, or considering supplements after consulting with a healthcare provider.

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