Can Magnesium Really Treat Diabetes, Long COVID, and Heart Conditions? – Bloomberg

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays an important role in many bodily functions, including blood sugar regulation, immune response and heart rhythm. Recent research suggests that magnesium may also be a potentially effective treatment for diabetes, lung COVID and heart disease, writes Bloomberg

Diabetes

Magnesium is essential for the production of insulin, a hormone needed to transport glucose from food into cells. Studies have shown that people with diabetes often have lower magnesium levels than people without diabetes. A 2022 study published in the journal Diabetes Carefound that people with type 2 diabetes who took magnesium supplements experienced significant improvements in their blood sugar levels.

Long COVID

Magnesium may also play a role in the treatment of long COVID. Studies have shown that people with long COVID often have lower magnesium levels than people without long COVID. A 2023 study published in the journal Frontiers in Immunologyfound that magnesium supplements significantly improved symptoms of long COVID, such as fatigue and shortness of breath.

Heart disease

Magnesium is also important for heart health. It helps to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure. Studies have shown that people with heart disease often have lower magnesium levels than people without heart disease. A 2022 study published in the journal Circulationfound that magnesium supplements significantly reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Conclusion

These studies suggest that magnesium may be a potentially effective treatment for a number of common conditions. However, more research is needed to confirm the exact effects of magnesium.

Tips for increasing magnesium intake

The recommended daily intake of magnesium for adults is 400 milligrams for women and 420 milligrams for men. You can increase your magnesium intake by eating more foods rich in magnesium, such as:

Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and broccoli. Whole grains, such as oatmeal and brown rice. Nuts and seeds, such as almonds, cashews, and chia seeds. Legumes, such as beans and lentils.

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