Magnesium for a woman's body. Benefits and harms, for what, which one to choose in tablets, products, how to take

Magnesium is an important trace mineral, to the deficit of which the female body is especially sensitive. To avoid health problems, it is necessary to maintain magnesium levels with food or special medications.

Indications for use

Magnesium in the form of drugs or as part of food is prescribed for the following indications:

• diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems;
• vegetative-vascular disorders (dizziness, migraines, constant weakness, tingling sensation in the extremities);
• a period of stress and psycho-emotional stress;
• chronic alcoholism;
• diabetes;
• long-term use of laxatives and diuretics;
• osteoporosis;
• frequent muscle cramps and pain;
• brittle nails and hair, baldness;
• constant bad mood;
• chronic fatigue, increased fatigue;
• taking hormonal contraceptives;
• sleep disorders.

Beneficial features

Magnesium for a woman's body is useful in that:

• Regulates the menstrual cycle. With a deficiency of this mineral, a woman has painful periods, accompanied by PMS symptoms: irritability, mood swings, tearfulness. Also, a lack of magnesium can be the cause of irregular menstruation.
• Reduces symptoms of menopause. During menopause, a woman's body undergoes changes associated with hormonal changes. A healthy amount of magnesium will help you survive this process without the complications of depression and mood swings.
• Prevents osteoporosis. Despite the fact that calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D are the main substances in the prevention of osteoporosis, lack of magnesium can increase the risk of its development, as it takes part in calcium metabolism and phosphorus.
• Heals the cardiovascular system. Regular intake of magnesium in the body helps to lower blood pressure, prevent the risk of thrombosis and increase vascular tone.
• Improves skin condition. For female beauty, magnesium is useful in that it helps in the treatment of acne, preventing the appearance of early wrinkles. Also, the mineral helps to moisturize the skin by activating metabolic processes.
• Helps prevent weight gain and obesity. Magnesium is involved in the metabolic process, so it is necessary to maintain a healthy weight. In obese people, there is a sharp lack of magnesium in the body.
• Prevents pathologies of fetal development. Pregnant women especially need magnesium, as it is involved in the formation of fetal tissues and prevents neurological developmental pathologies. Also, a lack of magnesium during pregnancy can lead to a deterioration in the health of the expectant mother.

Preparations with magnesium are often used in the treatment of endocrine diseases, since the deficiency of this trace element in almost all cases, it accompanies diseases such as: diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, hyperaldosteronism and other.

Action

Magnesium is beneficial for the female body due to its action:

• Normalization of metabolism. Magnesium in the composition of various compounds helps to accelerate the metabolism in the body, which allows you to normalize weight and improve the functioning of almost all organ systems.
• Enhanced production of enzymes. Magnesium is involved in the synthesis of certain catalytic substances that improve digestion and the functioning of the central nervous system.
• Regulation of nerve impulse conduction. The mineral increases the speed of passage of an electrical impulse through neurons, as a result of which the work of the central nervous system improves. Also, treatment with magnesium preparations is used for vascular disorders, during the rehabilitation period after a stroke or infections of the central nervous system.
• Normalization of vascular tone. Magnesium, together with potassium, sodium and some other minerals, affects the tone of blood vessels and the movement of blood through them. Magnesium is especially useful for hypertensive patients, as it helps to reduce the level of blood pressure.
• Regulation of muscle tone. Without enough magnesium, the conduction of nerve impulses decreases, which makes the muscles contract worse and become weak and sluggish.
• Depression of the convulsive reaction. Magnesium is prescribed for epilepsy and frequent seizures, as it affects the seizure response and helps to relax the muscles.
• Rehydration (replenishment of fluid loss). Droppers with magnesium are prescribed for alcoholism, since the mineral helps to restore water-salt metabolism, due to the violation of which hangover conditions occur. Also, droppers are used in the treatment of alcohol dependence, ethyl alcohol poisoning and in a state of withdrawal.

Application for women

For women of different ages, the need for magnesium is different, and some women need an increased amount of the mineral.

For adults

The optimal daily requirement for magnesium for middle-aged adult women is 310-320 mg. The norm can be exceeded, but more than 670 mg of magnesium cannot be consumed per day, otherwise an overdose may occur.

For female athletes or leading a very active lifestyle, the daily requirement for magnesium increases by 10-15%.

For pregnant

For the body of a pregnant woman, magnesium is useful in that it reduces the tone of the uterus, thereby preventing the risk of premature birth and miscarriage. During this period, the expectant mother should consume at least 350 mg per day (while the dose for very young pregnant girls aged 14-18 years old rises to 400 mg per day). The maximum daily requirement for pregnant women is 700 mg.

Breastfeeding women should consume about 310-320 mg of magnesium per day (for girls 14-18 years old, this amount increases to 360 mg).

For the elderly

Since older women are more prone to fractures due to a lack of magnesium (which affects calcium levels in the bones), they need more of the mineral. The daily requirement is 350-400 mg, with the maximum allowable limit being 700 mg. It has also been proven that treatment with magnesium preparations in the elderly helped to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Contraindications

Taking magnesium in the form of a medication is contraindicated in women who have:

• hypersensitivity to magnesium preparations;
• phenylketonuria;
• severe renal failure:
• myasthenia gravis;
• intestinal obstruction;
• pathological bleeding;
• excessive sweating;
• heart block.

Side effects

Magnesium for a woman's body is useful only in case of moderate use. If there is an excess of this mineral in the body (hypermagnesemia) associated with improper use of drugs, then side effects may occur.

Most often, magnesium preparations cause dyspeptic disorders: nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or, conversely, diarrhea. Symptoms can occur in the first days of taking the drug and later go away on their own. In a more severe case, dyspeptic symptoms disappear only after the medication is discontinued.

Also, the patient may experience the following symptoms: unreasonable fatigue and muscle weakness, sleep disturbances (increased drowsiness or, conversely, insomnia), asthenia. Most often, they do not disappear until the person stops taking the drug.

In a severe case, the patient may develop cardiac complications: blockade of the cardiac conduction system (entails bradycardia - a decrease in the frequency of contractions of the heart muscle), extrasystole (extraordinary contraction of the heart muscle; dangerous because it can lead to cardiac arrest) and a decrease in blood pressure.

The listed side effects are the most commonly diagnosed; when using this or that drug, you need to read the instructions for use specifically for it, since different types of funds can cause different side effects.

The best tablet remedies

№	Drug name	Release form	Peculiarities
1	Evalar Magnesium B6	Tablets, solution for internal use.	Recommended as a biologically active food supplement; contains vitamin B6, which improves the absorption of magnesium in the body.
2	Magnelis B6	Pills	It is used for diagnosed magnesium deficiency in the body. Contains sucrose, therefore it is not recommended for people with diabetes.
3	21ST Century Calcium Magnesium Zinc + D3	Pills	Combined preparation containing several minerals: calcium, magnesium, zinc and vitamin D3. There are negative reviews that say there is no effect. One of the reasons for this is a large number of active ingredients and their low concentration in the preparation.
4	Sanofi magne b6	Tablets, ampoules for injection	One of the most popular magnesium preparations in Russia, it also contains vitamin B6. Differs in high efficiency, fast effect and availability. There is also a form of the drug “Magne B6 Forte” with an increased content of active ingredients.
5	Solgar Magnesium with Vitamin B6	Pills	Has a balanced composition of magnesium and vitamin B6. Differs in a large volume of packaging, which is enough for 3-4 months. regular admission.
6	Doctor's BEST Magnesium	Pills	Contains magnesium in the form of a chelate, which ensures high absorption of the drug. The disadvantage of this product is the relatively large size of the tablets, which may make it difficult for some to swallow them.
7	Magnerot	Pills	It is prescribed for magnesium deficiency in the body and related diseases. It additionally contains orotic acid, which promotes better absorption of magnesium. The disadvantage of the drug is the frequent occurrence of diarrhea in patients (due to the high dosage of magnesium).
8	Doppelherz Active Magnesium + B vitamins	Tablets, effervescent tablets for dissolving in water	In addition to magnesium and B vitamins, it also contains folic acid, which has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous system.
9	Asparkam	Tablets, ampoules for injection	It is a source of potassium and magnesium and is used in the treatment of heart diseases.
10	Panangin	Tablets, ampoules for injection	It is analogous to Asparkam; compensates for the lack of potassium and magnesium in the body.
11	Magnesium sulfate	Injection	It is the most commonly used injectable magnesium preparation. It is used to treat heart disease, alcohol intoxication, dehydration and other pathologies.

Some of the listed funds are dietary supplements, and some are medicines used to treat various diseases associated with magnesium deficiency in the body.

Before using this or that remedy, it is necessary to consult a doctor in order to avoid side effects and complications. This is especially true for pregnant women, since some drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Rating in products

Magnesium for a woman's body can also be obtained from food.

Below is a rating of products containing the highest amount of this mineral per 100 g:

1. Wheat bran - 611 mg
2. Pumpkin seeds (unsalted and unsalted) 500 mg
3. Cocoa powder (pure, no additives) - 499 mg
4. Flaxseeds 400 mg
5. Brazil nut - 376 mg
6. Sesame - 351 mg
7. Poppy - 347 mg.
8. Sunflower seeds - 320 mg
9. Cashews - 292 mg
10. Soy - 280 mg
11. Almonds - 270 mg
12. Pine nut - 251 mg
13. Oat bran - 235 mg
14. Halva - 218 mg.
15. Dark Chocolate Bar - 200 mg
16. Seaweed - 170 mg
17. Hazelnut - 163 mg.
18. Chickpeas - 126 mg.
19. Spinach - 58 mg
20. Bananas - 42 mg

The largest amounts of magnesium are found in seeds and nuts, so these foods should be regularly present in the diet. However, they are allergens and therefore should not be consumed every day - the diet should be balanced.

In addition to the listed foods, it is recommended to eat more green vegetables and fruits, which also contain magnesium, but in smaller quantities.

Magnesium is one of the most important trace elements for the female body, participating in many physiological processes. With its deficiency, a woman becomes weak and nervous and has trouble sleeping, so it is important to maintain the level of magnesium in the body.

Article design: Vladimir the Great

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