How long does magnesium last?

Magnesium is a mineral that plays a vital role in the proper functioning of our bodies. It is an essential element that we need to consume through our diet, as our bodies cannot produce it on their own. But how long does magnesium last in your body? Let’s find out.

What is Magnesium?

Before delving into the lifespan of magnesium, let’s take a moment to understand what magnesium actually is. Magnesium (Mg) is a chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12. It is considered an alkaline earth metal and falls right beneath calcium in the periodic table.

Why do we Need Magnesium?

Magnesium acts as a cofactor for more than 300 enzymes and plays a critical role in many bodily functions such as muscle and nerve function, blood sugar control, blood pressure regulation, protein synthesis, DNA production/repair, energy production; just to name few.

How Much Magnesium Should You Have Daily?

The amount of recommended daily intake for magnesium depends on various factors such as age, sex & physiological state (pregnancy or lactation). In general:

  • Adult male: 400 -420 mg/day
  • Adult female: 310 –320 mg /day
  • Pregnant women :350–360mg/day
  • Lactating women :310–360mg /day

It’s important not to consume too much because excessive amounts can lead to diarrhea which then leads to dehydration! (Nobody wants that!)

Sources To Get Your Daily Dose Of Dreamy Mineral

Thankfully there are plenty of foods rich in magnesium like:
[Table]

Food Serving Size Amount
Almonds 1 oz 80
Spinach cooked cup 157
Cashews 1 oz 74
Dark Chocolate 1 oz 64
Pumpkin seed ¼ cup 191

[Note: do not devour an entire bag of dark chocolate, no matter how tempting it may be]

How Long Does Magnesium Last In Your Body?

When you consume magnesium-rich foods or supplements, the mineral is absorbed through your small intestine and then transported across a cell layer into your bloodstream. From there it binds to protein molecules which help regulate various body functions.

The lifespan of magnesium depends on its form i.e type of compound or molecule that you ingest from food or supplements. Generally speaking:

LifeSpan of Magnesium in Food

Since raw uncooked /unprocessed are Nature’s splendid nutrient source and have better absorbency rate our advice stick with nature!

  • Leafy green vegetables ( spinach) -within few hours
  • Nuts – several days
  • Whole grains & legumes – will vary depending upon cooking method/processing but generally consumed within two to three weeks;

Lifespan Of Magnesium Supplements

Your body absorbs magnesium differently based upon what kind of supplement ingested:

Mg Oxide

It’s cheap and widely available at stores, however absorption rates are low :

  • Time spans can range anywhere from long as eight hours up to overnight;– This means that even though taking one dose per day is possible,its best recommend to divide doses out with meals for optimal effect.

Mg Citrate

Mg citrate has good bioavailability.Make sure not over-consume else it may result in diarrhea. Only takes …

  • Several hours -> it targets digestive system & excreted via urine relatively quickly

Symptoms Of Low Levels Of Magnesium (Hypomagnesaemia)?

Magnesium deficiency aka Hypomagnesaemi refers to low levels of magnesium in the blood. Symptoms includes :

  • Muscle cramps and tremors
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Fatigue or weakness
  • Mental Disorders e.g : Depression, irritability, panic attacks or anxiety
    and many more…
    (Consult medical expert on suspicion)

Wrapping Up:

So there you have it – a brief rundown on how long magnesium lasts in your body! To make sure you get enough magnesium every day, be sure that your diet contains plenty of foods rich ”in this most dreamy mineral “

(Okay maybe we did break one rule)
And do remember in wise words of our friend Popeye ‘’I’m strong to the finish ‘cos I eats me spinach!’’

Thank You for Reading!

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