Magnesium supplements can be unsafe
The production of dietary supplements is not as strictly controlled as the release of drugs. Therefore, the amount of active ingredient in the tablet may differ from that stated by the seller.
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The results of a study conducted in Poland showed that the magnesium content in dietary supplements differed from the limits allowed in the country. As a result, a buyer could take 304% more milligrams per day than indicated on the package, or 98% less.
How to increase magnesium levels without drugs
The body absorbs about 30-40% of magnesium consumed with food. If you need to increase the level of the mineral, it is worth adding to the diet:
almonds,
peanuts,
cashews,
pumpkin seeds,
peanut butter,
beans,
soya beans,
soya milk,
spinach,
white skinned potatoes,
brown rice,
oatmeal,
salmon,
beef,
bananas,
sultanas,
dark chocolate (at least 70%),
milk,
apples,
raw carrots,
yoghurt.
Bottled water can also be a source of magnesium. Manufacturers indicate the amount of the mineral on the label.
