The Effects of Magnesium Deficiency on Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is hitting hard. While there are many new diagnosis each day the true struggle is finding new, and better ways to deal with it. An ongoing project for many sufferers. The overall struggle of the Fibromyalgiac is one like no other. Researchers are learning that Magnesium deficiency could have some effect on your pain and suffering. Learning that magnesium helps control the contraction of muscles in the body could give happiness to those suffering with muscle spasms on a regular basis.

The depletion of magnesium gives few warning signs. The ones that are apparent mock many other conditions. Unless routine blood tests are done you may not know you are suffering from magnesium deficiency. Magnesium also has a plays a significant part in the control of glucose levels. Which can cause high A1c levels giving diabetics problems as well. Magnesium also helps promote healthy blood pressures.

There are several signs of Magnesium Deficiency however they are generalized and sometimes hard to pinpoint. A few signs of early magnesium deficiency are:

Nausea

Fatigue

loss of Appetite

Tingling

As the condition progresses you can get worsening symptoms such as:

Cramps

Seizures

Abnormal heart beats

Magnesium deficiency is a common condition. However if left untreated it can cause great upset in your body. There are ways you can ensure that you are getting enough Magnesium in your diet like, getting regular checkups, eating healthier, and paying closer attention to what your body is telling you.

Below are some foods that are high in Magnesium:

Spinach

Halibut

Potatoes [Skin on]

Brown Rice

Black Eyed Peas

Bananas

Raisins

If you are interested in reading more on Magnesium Deficiency you can visit:

National Institute of Health: Office of Dietary Supplements: http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/magnesium.asp

Mayo Clinic- www.mayoclinic.com