jp123
08-22-2003, 07:24 PM
I can't seem to find the many posts I have read about magnesium, although I have heard many people talk of its benefits. So if any one reads this who knows anything, please let me know.
Jennifer
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CherylLynn24
08-22-2003, 08:52 PM
Jennifer,
Magnesium is supposed to help relax your muscles. As for dosages, I'm not sure. However, I do know that if you take too much you could get the 'runs'. Sorry I couldn't help any more.
Take Care,
Cheryl
Magnesium is supposed to help relax your muscles. As for dosages, I'm not sure. However, I do know that if you take too much you could get the 'runs'. Sorry I couldn't help any more.
Take Care,
Cheryl
Borzo
08-23-2003, 01:12 PM
The daily recommende dosage of magnesium is 400 mg / day (100% of daily dosage). I started taking magnesium supplements two nights ago. I take 250mg at night, and 250mg in the morning. In just 48 hours the supplements have stopped my nighttime clenching, loosened my muscles, and my popping and clicking is nearly gone. I never thought that four years of those symptoms could end that fast!
One thing that I heard is important is to keep a 2:1 ratio of magnesium to calcium. Most people have MUCH more calcium than magnesium because calcium is in most of the foods we eat (cheese, milk). So if you get the supplements, make sure you don't get that magnesium / calcium combined. Check the internet and see how often you eat those foods. I don't understand why doctors never mention this kind of stuff.
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One thing that I heard is important is to keep a 2:1 ratio of magnesium to calcium. Most people have MUCH more calcium than magnesium because calcium is in most of the foods we eat (cheese, milk). So if you get the supplements, make sure you don't get that magnesium / calcium combined. Check the internet and see how often you eat those foods. I don't understand why doctors never mention this kind of stuff.
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[This message has been edited by Well-come (edited 08-24-2003).]