magnesium how much do i need - Alternative Medicine Message Board

hccc2 · 03-29-2009, 04:43 PM

magnesium how much do i need

Harry · 03-30-2009, 08:50 AM

Magnesium is in every cell of your body and 66% is in your bones so it is a needed mineral.

The Daily Recommended amount of magnesium is 400mg. It is best to get some from foods and the rest from a supplement.

I like and use chelated magnesium -- the type that is bonded to a protein amino acid. I think it is the best.

I also suggest that you get your blood tested periodically for magnesium. I read that 80% of people lack magnesium even though it is contained in many foods.

stophypertensio · 03-30-2009, 09:08 AM

Taking a regular 400mg of Magnesium daily with a meal is good (oxide is the most recommended generally speaking)

if you notice more unpleasant blow movements try switching down to 250mg

rajk · 03-30-2009, 11:00 AM

It depends on whether the reason you want to take magnesium is for total general health or a specific ailment. If the former, then 250mg is sufficient in my opinion. I also believe Magnesium Citrate is a good choice.

As Harry mentioned, it is always good to get some from food.

Harry · 03-30-2009, 11:20 AM

Magnisium oxide is also used as the insulator material of the electrical burners for Electric Stoves---